Cults often use a combination of psychological, social, and sometimes physical tactics to recruit, indoctrinate, and control members. Know a cult when you see one.
Anonymous
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Learned Helplessness, a tactic used by cults.
In cult settings, learned helplessness can be a powerful tool for maintaining control, as it creates a mindset in followers that prevents them from challenging the group or seeking an escape.