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Episode 72: Recruitment, Extremism and Neurodivergence with Dr Cyrus Abbasian

09 Sep 2025

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What do cults and extremist terrorist organisations have in common? How are recruitment methods similar, and what are some of the vulnerabilities that such groups exploit in order to attract and retain conscripts? These are some of the questions which Caz and Dr Cyrus Abbasian, London-based psychiatrist, discuss as they explore this topic, covering neurodivergence, mental illness and coercive control in healthcare decision-making, amongst other things.Show notes:Documentary: World White Hate - LinkedIn profile: Dr Cyrus AbbasianWebsite: Centre for Research and Evidence on Security Threats (CREST)Website: Prevent Duty Training

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