Taking a hard line could leave individuals vulnerable to extremist views, experts say
By Shanifa Nasser
Muslim groups in Canada have been under pressure to speak out against radicals, but taking a hard line against troubled Muslims may come with its own dangers, experts say.
Such action could in fact leave those individuals more vulnerable to extremist views, they say, a position that could turn conventional wisdom about how to prevent homegrown radicalization on its head.
Muhammad Robert Heft, the founder of a Toronto-based centre that provides mental health support and addiction counselling to struggling new Muslims, says converts with existing social and mental conditions can become isolated. They might also seek acceptance in potentially dangerous circles if they can’t find support in their new communities.
Click here to read more Fighting radicalization: Why mosques shouldn’t close their doors to troubled Muslims – Canada – CBC News.
Earlier related by Shanifa Nasser. @Shanifa is a Freelancer, Munk Journalism fellow and a PhD Student at University of Toronto.
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