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Parents, Children and Cults: A Deprogramming Survey

Dec

2012

In order to help parents decide what to do about children in cults, the American Family Foundation’s ADVISOR (predecessor of The Cult Observer), a periodical read by several thousand people, most of whom are disturbed by aspects of the cult phenomenon, published a questionnaire in 1982. Ninety-four parents responded, providing a variety of data on family background and experiences ...

Deprogramming: A Case Study Part 1: Personal observations of the Group Process

Dec

2012

Steve K. Dubrow-Eichel, Ph.D. This special issue of the Cultic Studies Journal is, to our knowledge, the only professional, detailed analysis of deprogramming, a central source of controversy in cultic studies. The observer of the deprogramming, Dr. Steve Dubrow-Eichel, completed this study as part of his doctoral program at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Dubrow-Eichel’s ...

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WIVES OF JEHOVAH'S WITNESSES IMPRISONED IN RUSSIA SEND LETTER TO PUTIN ADVISER BEGGING FOR AN END TO CAMPAIGN OF TERROR June 16, 2018
Svetlana MarkinaCRISTINA MAZANewsweekJune 7, 2018The wives of Jehovah’s Witnesses rounded up and imprisoned in Russia have written an open letter to a top adviser of President Vladimir Putin, asking him to stop the campaign of terror against the religious group.“This open letter to you is a cry of desperation. People who are very dear to […]
'Extremist' Faith: Russian Jehovah's Witnesses Report Wave Of Police Raids, Detentions June 16, 2018
Andrei FilimonovRobert CoalsonRadioFreeEurope/RadioLibertyJune 15, 2018 On May 30, agents of the Magadan regional branch of Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB) knocked at the apartment of Tatyana and Konstantin Petrov."It began about 10 o'clock in the evening and didn't wind up until 4 a.m.," Tatyana Petrova said of the raid. "I didn't see how it started […]
Five things you need to know about polyamory after Newfoundland court ruling June 16, 2018
MICHAEL MACDONALD The Canadian PressToronto StarJune 15, 2018This week, a court in Newfoundland and Labrador recognized three unmarried adults as the legal parents of a child born within their “polyamorous” family. It was believed to be a legal first in Canada. However, many Canadians were left with one big question: What does polyamorous mean? Here’s […]
Deutschlandradio Dossier on State against sects June 16, 2018
PDF of Deutschlandradio Dossier on State against sects - German radio feature on the gov and its action against cults.PDF
Sister: Perris torture case defendant’s journey to dark side included witchcraft June 16, 2018
BRIAN ROKOSThe Press-EnterpriseJune 6, 2018As a young girl, Elizabeth Robinette considered older sister Louise to be her best friend and protector. Even years later, as adults, Louise was emotionally and financially supportive as Elizabeth endured a difficult two-year separation from her husband.But 10 years ago, Elizabeth noticed what she considered disturbing changes in Louise: She […]
Talking Cults: A BLOG and Media Shop about Cults June 16, 2018
This page offers you free content, photo and video material to buy or buy about our investigation on cults. Whether they are about the Scientology Organization, the "Germanic New Medicine" or MISA YOGA and others. We have done so many films and investigations about cults that we want to share the information with you. All […]
30 for 30 Podcasts: BIKRAM 5-part series June 16, 2018
Bikram ChoudhuryPART 1: ARRIVALBikram Choudhury begins his journey to fame, wealth, and scandal in 1970s Los Angeles. He takes Beverly Hills by storm, using his Hollywood connections and rags-to-riches origin story to build a devoted following and lay the foundation for a yoga empire.42 minsPART 2: PROCESSBikram spreads his brand of hot yoga through teacher […]
Why I Left an Evangelical Cult | Dawn Smith June 16, 2018
Dawn SmithTEDxNatickMar 6, 2018"With humor and piercing observations, Dawn Smith sheds light on growing up in a religious cult and what it takes to leave everything you’ve ever known. This poignant story will make you cry and laugh as she shares her struggles with joining the outside world. Dawn grew up in California and moved […]
A Forgotten Religion Gets a Second Chance in Brooklyn June 16, 2018
Sam KestenbaumJune 7, 2018New York TimesThe New York Kosmon Temple has no stained-glass windows, crucifixes or sounds of gospel ringing from its doors. A banner with a shot of pink hangs outside the church with the cryptic message: “Faithists meet here.” Small crystals jingle when the front doors swing open.Various churches dot the central Brooklyn […]
For many people in this Utah polygamous community, shooting stray animals is part of life. An animal rescue group says that needs to change June 16, 2018
Kelly CannonSalt Lake TribuneJune 8, 2018A string of animals being shot in the Utah town of Hildale has left the community fighting over whether such behavior is abuse — or just part of how things have always been in the small, mostly polygamous community.In the past few months, St. George’s RSQ Dogs has been called […]
3 adults in polyamorous relationship declared legal parents by N. L. court June 15, 2018
Newfoundland and Labrador court St. John's court ruling believed to be legal first for CanadaMichael MacDonaldThe Canadian PressCBC.caJune 14, 2018In what is believed to be a legal first in Canada, a court in Newfoundland and Labrador has recognized three unmarried adults as the legal parents of a child born within their "polyamorous" family.Polyamorous relationships are legal […]
Inside the Church Cult That Eventually Drove Parents to Join a 12-Hour Beating of Their Sons June 15, 2018
CHRIS HARRISPEOPLEJune 14, 2018VIDEOResidents of rural Chadwicks, New York, had long thought there might be something wrong with the Word of Life Christian Church. Those suspicions were confirmed on the night of Oct. 11, 2015, when two teenage brothers were savagely beaten for a dozen hours inside the church’s sanctuary room after trying to defect.The […]
Quebec's labour watchdog investigating Church of Scientology after Radio-Canada report on low salaries June 15, 2018
Church of Scientology staffer in Quebec City earned $70 for nearly 39 hours of work, document showsCBC News June 14, 2018 Quebec's labour standards board has opened an investigation into working conditions at a branch of the Church of Scientology in Quebec City.The investigation follows a report by Radio-Canada's investigative news program, Enquête, which revealed […]
The Policeman Who Toppled a Guru June 15, 2018
Asaram BapuOutlookJanuary 15, 2018Available now - 53 minutesIndian police officer Ajay Pal Lamba spent years chasing after the spiritual guru Asaram Bapu. The world famous demigod was accused of raping a 16 year old. Despite threats to his life from the guru's supporters, Ajay never gave up and tells Outlook's Emily Webb how he brought […]
Chilean police raid Catholic Church offices amid abuse probe June 14, 2018
June 14, 2018SANTIAGO, Chile (AP) — Police and prosecutors raided Roman Catholic Church offices in two Chilean cities Wednesday looking for files, investigative reports and documents related to a sex abuse scandal that has damaged the clergy’s reputation in the South American country.The surprise raids targeted the headquarters of Santiago’s Ecclesiastical Court and the bishop’s […]
Twelve Tribes community pushes back against labor violation accusations June 14, 2018
WHECJune 07, 2018 The Twelve Tribes community near Albany is pushing back against labor violations involving children. Members say there weren't 12 people, let alone 12 children at the Common Sense packaging facility when the Department of Labor visited this week, so they don't know how they received 12 violations.Investigators visited the community after "Inside […]
Elvis, anxiety, and exorcism: Ex-preacher still looking for apology after being cut out of church June 14, 2018
Mike Bravener left Fredericton church after rift over his Elvis act that included exorcism incidentMatthew BingleyCBC News June 8, 2018Musician Mike Bravener hasn't stopped performing as Elvis Presley even though his act contributed to a rift — and an attempted exorcism — at the Fredericton church the former preacher co-founded.Bravener said he's still waiting 15 years […]
Mock Suicide Drills, Child Labor and Armed Guards: Inside Jonestown in the Days Before Mass Poisoning June 14, 2018
JOHNNY DODD and GREG HANLONPEOPLE.comJune 11, 2018 When Tracy Parks’ parents joined the Peoples Temple in 1966, they were drawn by the Christian gospel, socialist politics and racial equality espoused by the founding pastor, Jim Jones.In the church’s early days, Jones was considered an advocate for the downtrodden and marginalized, drawing praise from a host […]
Sweeney Investigates: Madonna / The Kabbbalah Centre June 14, 2018
Feature for BBC2Watch Videohttps://vimeo.com/53964979