PRESENTER:

Sasha Lambert, Ph.D.

OBJECTIVES:

Examine some well-known radicalized groups, including those focused on gender (e.g., Incels), government (e.g., Sovereign Citizens), race/ethnicity (e.g., Blood Tribe), and religion (e.g., Al-Qaeda)

Explain how cognitive and social dynamics, such as groupthink and peer pressure, contribute to the suppression of dissent and the reinforcement of extremist ideologies within groups

Identify warning signs and behavioral indicators associated with radicalization and extremist involvement

Discuss effective mental health interventions and preventative strategies aimed at reducing the risk of violence associated with extremist group dynamics

AGENDA:

8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.  –  Registration

8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

Examine well-known radicalized groups, including history, ideologies, and prevalence of violence.

Review theoretical models related to the process of radicalization among groups and in individuals using case examples.

10:00 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. – Break

10:00 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.

Discuss common warning signs and behavioral indicators associated with radicalization and the possibility for imminent violence.

Provide information related to community- and individual-level interventions that may decrease the likelihood for violence using case examples.

12:45 p.m. – Adjournment

CE APPROVALS:

Psychologists – Professional Training Resources, Inc.  is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for Psychologists.  Professional Training Resources, Inc. maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

Licensed Professional Counselors – Professional Training Resources, Inc. has been approved by NBCC as an approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 5829.  Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified.  Professional Training Resources, Inc. is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

Social Workers – This program has been approved for 4 clinical continuing education contact hours by the National Association of Social Workers, Louisiana Chapter, and may be applied toward the continuing education requirements for licensure renewal.

Substance Abuse Counselors  – approved by the Addictive Disorder Regulatory Authority for 4 clock hours.

NASP – Professional Training Resources is approved by the National Association of School Psychologists to offer continuing education for school psychologists.  Professional Training Resources maintains responsibility for the program.

Other Professions – may seek apply for education credits through their respective boards.  Everyone in attendance will receive a certificate of attendance for 4 clock hours.