Posted by:
caedmon
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Date: April 07, 2015 02:30PM
I prefer to use Steven Hassan's BITE model when evaluating if a group steps over the cult line because it allows for a spectrum of experiences. The evaluation is based on how much control is exerted over the lives of adherents in the areas of:
Behavior
Information
Thought
Emotions
https://www.freedomofmind.com/Info/BITE/bitemodel.php"It is important to understand that destructive mind control can be determined when the overall effect of these four components promotes dependency and obedience to some leader or cause. It is not necessary for every single item on the list to be present. Mindcontrolled cult members can live in their own apartments, have nine-to-five jobs, be married with children, and still be unable to think for themselves and act independently."