In this episode of the DCPR Podcas, we explore the thin line between love, control, and violence through a conversation with Dr. Alem Ćesir, PhD, one of Sarajevo’s leading clinical psychiatrists and court interpreters. 

Drawing from years of experience in forensic psychiatry and mental health crises, Dr. Ćesir offers an honest and deeply unsettling look into the psychological roots of femicide, toxic relationships, and the normalization of emotional abuse among young people. 

Starting from the tragic femicide case of Aldina Jahić in Mostar, the episode examines how jealousy is often disguised as care, why controlling behaviour becomes romanticized on social media, and how warning signs of abuse are repeatedly ignored until violence escalates. The discussion also reflects on the growing rise of gender-based violence in the Balkans and the cultural narratives that continue to silence victims. 
Throughout the episode, we discuss: 

● Why possessiveness is so often mistaken for love 

● The psychological profile behind abusive relationships

● The role of social media in romanticizing toxic behaviou

● Why young people rarely seek professional help

● Early warning signs of emotional and psychological abuse

● The societal normalization of misogyny and violence

● How conversations like these can contribute to prevention and awareness

Designed primarily for younger audiences and students, the podcast combines an accessible conversational tone with psychological insight, creating space for reflection, education, and uncomfortable but necessary conversations. This is not just a conversation about relationships gone wrong. It is a discussion about power, fear, manipulation, and the dangerous ways violence is often minimized until it is too late. If this episode resonated with you, consider sharing it, leaving a comment, and continuing the conversation. Awareness is not enough on its own, but silence only makes these issues easier to ignore.