Cult Affiliation and Disaffiliation: Implications for Counseling.

Robinson, Beth; Frye, Ellen M.; Bradley, Loretta J.

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ERIC Number: EJ571533

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1997

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Cult Affiliation and Disaffiliation: Implications for Counseling.

Robinson, Beth; Frye, Ellen M.; Bradley, Loretta J.

Counseling and Values, v41 n2 p166-73 Jan 1997

Data on cult membership and the characteristics of cults are provided. The process of cult affiliation and its relationship to family dynamics are reviewed. Defection, the processes of disaffiliation (voluntary and involuntary), and clinical symptoms after cult disaffiliation are discussed. Implications and recommendations for counselors are provided. (EMK)

Descriptors: Beliefs, Counseling, Counseling Techniques, Family Attitudes, Family Life, Group Membership, Individual Development, Religious Education, Religious Organizations, Therapy, Values

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers

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Language: English

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