6 MINUTE READ Many of us cannot imagine what it is like to lose someone in war or conflict. We cannot imagine living day after day under the terrifying conditions of bombardment and the attack of warfare. How do those who have experienced such bereavement and fear process what has happened and may still be... Continue Reading →
The Quiet Art of Changing Minds: The Psychology Behind Countering Radical Beliefs
8 MINUTE READ When arguing with someone in an extremist group or caught up in conspiracy theories, we might counter with facts and scientific evidence or cite (to us) reliable sources such as mainstream news media, university research, the medical establishment, the laws of physics. But to no avail. Following on from The Dark Side... Continue Reading →
ECHOES OF HOPE: A Spotlight on Healing the Trauma of War – Beyond Conflict Film Wins Award
5 MINUTE READ In today’s divisive world, it is all the more important that there are charities that work across conflict and political or religious lines. One of them is Beyond Conflict, a small charity offering mental health support for people impacted by war and conflict around the world. Started only eight years ago by... Continue Reading →
Support Beyond Conflict’s ECHOES OF HOPE Film
"There can be no lasting peace unless we address the long term psychological impact of war and conflict". ECHOES OF HOPE is a moving and powerful short video about the work of Beyond Conflict, the mental health charity for conflict zones. They are NON-PARTISAN and support local mental health organisations on the ground in conflict... Continue Reading →