Ärzt*innen und Psychotherapeut*innen mit extremistischen Einstellungen von Patient*innen konfrontiert
Update Explained
A study conducted by the University Hospital Ulm's working group addresses the challenge faced by doctors and psychotherapists when dealing with patients who express extremist views. Around 3,000 healthcare professionals participated in an e-learning training developed to help them recognize, assess, and act on radicalization processes. This training was spurred by a 2022 survey highlighting that more than half of the surveyed professionals had encountered patients with extremist views. The training includes video materials to prepare professionals for conversation scenarios with such patients. It is particularly important when extremist views are linked to mental health issues, and emphasizes collaboration with security authorities to handle potential threat situations. Furthermore, a website has been established to provide regional contact addresses for specialized advice on extremism. The project's goal is to anchor the topic of extremism prevention further within healthcare through ongoing professional development and networking, with support from the Federal Office for Migration and Refugees until the end of the year.
What changed
An e-learning program has been introduced for healthcare professionals to better handle patients with extremist views and collaborate with security authorities.
Why it matters
Healthcare professionals now have access to specialized training to help them manage patients with extremist views, aiming to improve patient reintegration into society while ensuring safety.
Who is affected
- Doctors
- Psychotherapists
Key dates
Fachtag
Nov 21, 2024
The results and experiences of the project will be presented on this day in Berlin.
End of Funding
The project is funded until the end of the year.
Key details
- Around 3,000 healthcare professionals registered for the e-learning training.
- The program focuses on recognizing, assessing, and acting on radicalization processes.
- A new website offers regional contacts for professional advice on extremism.
Important notes
The training is relevant when extremist views are related to mental health issues, and effective action may require collaboration with security authorities.