Civility theory
Theory of Civility
Civility is mutual respect in shared responsibility -
a qualitative concept that can be quantified according to civility levels with characteristic variable relationships.
The theory of civility was first introduced in 2018 as the theory of civil modernity. It is constantly evolving through research and discussion processes.
The text is freely available here in PDF format in the versions of 2025, 2023 and 2018.
Victoria V. Lauritsen
The aggressive victim role
Do actors sometimes attempt to assert their power more or less aggressively in the role of victim? To what extent does this reflect a loss of civility?