The International Cultic Studies Association (ICSA) announced its annual conference, taking place from June 29th to July 1st, 2023, in Louisville, Kentucky (as well as online). This conference is a great opportunity for those who are interested in the study and research of cults, psychological manipulation, and mind control. With a focus on providing an …
Fear is a powerful weapon that toxic relationships and groups can use to manipulate, coerce, and control others. By instilling fear in people, these groups can convince them to do things for their own self-serving benefit. Unfortunately, these fear tactics can be difficult to detect as they are often gradually introduced convincingly after trust has …
I’ve compiled this list of cultic behavior traits and characteristics to raise awareness of the dynamics of cults. It is important to note that not all of these traits have to be present for a group or organization to be considered a cult and that these traits can often be used in subtle ways, which …