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The Impact of Power Dynamics and Psychological Control on the Mental Health and Development of Individuals Raised in Cult: A Thematic analysis

Author(s) Ms. Shreha Sathyamurthy, Ms. harsha vardini, Ms. dhivya v, Mx. harshhni venkat
Country India
Abstract Cults function by establishing coercive power dynamics that exert profound psychological control over individuals who were raised within their confines. This research utilizes Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA) to delve into the lived experiences of a former cult member, shedding light on the long-term effects on mental health and identity development. The findings reveal several significant themes: childhood trauma and neglect by parents, suppression of personal autonomy, emotional manipulation tactics, punitive isolation practices, financial exploitation, doctrinal indoctrination, paranoia driven by fear, and a sense of existential dissonance post-escape. These themes highlight a marked erosion of individuality, cognitive dissonance, and persistent psychological distress, which often presents as chronic anxiety, dissociative experiences, and a fractured self-concept. The study accentuates the urgent need for targeted therapeutic approaches to support the psychological recovery and societal reintegration of individuals who have left cult environments. By bringing these experiences to light, this research contributes to a deeper understanding of the psychological trauma induced by cults and the intricate nature of adapting to life after such experiences.
Keywords Coercive indoctrination, existential dissonance, punitive isolation, psychological reclamation
Field Sociology > Philosophy / Psychology / Religion
Published In Volume 7, Issue 2, March-April 2025
Published On 2025-04-04
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i02.40528
Short DOI https://doi.org/g9dg3c
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