2 Fields & 2 Names, but very Similar Games.
Alienation of Nationals from Collaborative Humanism..
Parental Alienation and Ideological Alienation in Homes and Homelands
Parental alienation occurs when one parent deliberately manipulates a child to reject the other parent, often through denigration, false narratives, or restricted contact. This leads to the child’s unwarranted hostility, fear, or estrangement from the targeted parent, causing profound emotional harm: depression, low self-esteem, anxiety, and long-term relational difficulties. Though controversial—not formally recognized as a syndrome by bodies like the APA—it is widely acknowledged in family courts as a form of emotional abuse with lasting intergenerational effects.
A powerful analogy extends this dynamic to ideological alienation, scaling it from the intimate “home” (family or personal identity) to the collective “homeland” (society or nation). Here, replace “parent” with “ideology” and “child” with “follower” or “citizen.” One ideology acts as the “alienating parent,” systematically undermining a competing one by portraying it as dangerous, outdated, or immoral. This fosters divided loyalties, identity crises, and hostility in individuals and communities.
In homes, ideological alienation manifests through indoctrination within families or close networks, where one dominant belief system (e.g., political extremism or rigid religious views) pressures members to reject moderate or alternative perspectives. This mirrors parental tactics: badmouthing rivals, isolating from “corrupting” influences, and enforcing exclusive loyalty. Children or vulnerable adults may internalize this, leading to radicalization, family ruptures, or personal distress.
In homelands, the competing “ideological parents” often pit native or traditional worldviews (rooted in local history, customs, and communal bonds) against invasive or globalist ideologies (universalist systems like secular liberalism, consumer capitalism, or expansionist faiths/politics that claim superiority). When these clash without accommodation, citizens experience collective alienation: cultural dislocation, polarization, or violence. Cooperation yields stability—hybrid identities and social cohesion; conflict breeds unsafety—marginalization, identity loss, or extremism.
Recent global patterns illustrate this vividly. Ideological alienation fuels radicalization, turning personal grievances into collective threats. For instance, universalist extremist ideologies alienate adherents from pluralistic societies, viewing coexistence as betrayal. The December 14, 2025, Bondi Beach mass shooting in Sydney—where a father-son duo targeted a Hanukkah celebration, killing 15—exemplifies this: declared a terrorist act amid rising antisemitism linked to global conflicts. Similar dynamics appear in surges of lone-actor attacks (93% of fatal Western terrorism in recent years), youth radicalization via online platforms, and incidents tied to geopolitical tensions.
Ultimately, whether in Divorced homes or Divided homelands, Parental-ideological alienation erodes trust and belonging in beings. Prevention requires fostering dialogue, mutual respect, and balanced identities—ensuring no “parent” weaponizes loyalty against the other. Harmony emerges from integration, not domination.
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