These are the 10 warning signs.
1. E
xtreme obsessiveness regarding the group
/leader r
esulting in the exclusion of almost every practical consideration
.
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2. Individual identity, the group, the leader and/or God as distinct and separate categories of existence become increasingly blurred. Instead, in the follower's mind these identities become substantially and increasingly fused--as that person's involvement with the group/leader continues and deepens.
3.
Whenever
the group/leader is
criticized or questioned it is characterized as "persecution".
4. Uncharacteristically
stilted and seemingly programmed conversation and mannerisms
, cloning of the group/leader in personal behavior.
5. Dependency upon the group/leader for problem solving, solutions, and definitions without meaningful reflective thought.
A seeming inability to think independently or analyze situations without group
/leader involvement.
6.
Hyperactivity centered on the group
/leader agenda,
which seems to supercede any personal goals or individual interests.
7. A dramatic loss of spontaneity and
sense of humor
.
8.
Increasing isolation from family and old friends unless they demonstrate an interest in the group
/leader.
9.
Anything the group/leader does can be justified no matter how harsh or harmful.
10. F
ormer followers are at best-considered negative or worse evil
and under bad influences. They can not be trusted and personal contact is avoided.
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