How Two Young Men Got Pulled Into Internet Darkness, and How They Got Out
- sciart0
- Oct 1
- 1 min read
Quick Summary
Young men are disproportionately vulnerable to online extremism, with psychologists noting that these pathways can lead to violence.
Online groups provide identity, camaraderie and power to struggling young men, often centered on hate, according to a forensic psychologist.
Individuals like A.M. Hickman and Casey Kiracofe found their extremist views softened through real-world interactions and diverse experiences.