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Addressing Mental Health Issues after Terrorism and Islamic Radicalization
A 1-credit course examining mental health challenges associated with terrorism and radicalization, focusing on trauma, recovery, and clinical approaches to supporting affected individuals.
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Course Description
Acts of terrorism can have profound psychological effects on individuals and communities. In this session, Ahmed Hankir examines the mental health consequences associated with terrorism and processes of radicalization. The lecture explores how exposure to extremist ideologies, violence, and traumatic events can affect psychological well-being and contribute to trauma-related mental health conditions. Participants will also examine social and psychological factors that influence pathways to radicalization and the broader community impact of extremist violence. Emphasis is placed on culturally informed mental health care and strategies that clinicians can use to support individuals affected by terrorism. By understanding the psychological dimensions of these complex events, practitioners can better recognize trauma responses, support recovery, and contribute to resilience at both individual and community levels.
What you’ll learn:
- Understand the psychological impact of terrorism on individuals and communities.
- Recognize factors associated with processes of radicalization.
- Identify mental health challenges following exposure to extremist violence.
- Explore trauma-informed approaches for supporting affected individuals.
- Apply culturally sensitive strategies to promote recovery and resilience.
Components
Educational Syllabus
- Topic 1 – Psychological Impact of Terrorism
- An overview of how acts of terrorism can affect individual and community mental health.
- Topic 2 – Understanding Radicalization Pathways
- Explore psychological, social, and environmental factors that may contribute to processes of radicalization.
- Topic 3 – Mental Health Consequences of Extremism and Violence
- Examine how exposure to extremist ideologies and violence may influence psychological well-being.
- Topic 4 – Trauma, Stress, and Recovery
- Understand the mental health challenges experienced by individuals affected by terrorism, including trauma-related conditions.
- Topic 5 – Clinical Approaches to Support Affected Individuals
- Review strategies clinicians may use to provide culturally informed mental health care and support recovery.
- Topic 6 – Building Resilience and Community Healing
- Discover approaches that promote psychological resilience and community-level recovery following traumatic events.
Venue, Hotels & Schedule
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Addressing Mental Health Issues after Terrorism and Islamic Radicalization
A 1-credit course examining mental health challenges associated with terrorism and radicalization, focusing on trauma, recovery, and clinical approaches to supporting affected individuals.
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