Episode 46: How Ordinary People Become Extremists: The Psychology of Radicalisation

<p>Summary</p><p>In this episode, Dr Cathy Owen and Peter Dowling explore the complex topic of radicalization, de-radicalization, and the psychological factors involved. They discuss real-world examples like ISIS brides, community reintegration, and the importance of trauma-informed care.</p><p>Keywords</p><p>radicalization, de-radicalization, ISIS brides, community reintegration, trauma, mental health, extremism, Australia, terrorism, social cohesion</p><p>Key topics</p><p>What is radicalization and how to identify it</p><p>The role of social and psychological factors in extremism</p><p>Case studies of ISIS brides and their reintegration</p><p>Challenges in de-radicalizing individuals and children</p><p>The importance of trauma-informed care and community support</p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 Understanding Radicalization</p><p>07:20 The ISIS Brides Dilemma</p><p>11:53 Children of Conflict: A Complex Issue</p><p>17:47 Navigating Community Safety and Support</p><p>Questions</p><p>If you have a question you would like to hear discussed, please drop us an email at barkingmadpodcast@outlook.com </p><p>Resources</p><p>Feeling out of sorts? Here are some quality mental health resources:</p><p><br></p><p>Lifeline 131114 or online here https://www.lifeline.org.au/crisis-chat/</p><p>Beyond Blue https://www.beyondblue.org.au/</p><p>E-Couch https://ecouch.com.au/</p><p>Relationships Australia https://relationships.org.au/</p><p>1800Respect 1800737732 or https://www.1800respect.org.au/</p><p>National Alcohol and Other Drugs Hotline 1800250015</p><p>Headspace for 12-25 https://www.headspace.com/articles/how-to-improve-self-esteem</p><p>Kids Helpline for 5-25 https://kidshelpline.com.au/</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>