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Cult Ranking:
Coercive Control in Cults

Identifying the characteristics of a cult or high-demand group is often controversial and ambiguous. Applying a "one-size-fits-all" approach can be challenging. To address variations, Renée has developed criteria for ranking cults that place them on a continuum.

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Renée's Definition of "Cult" in Relation to Coercive Control

Renée understands the term "cult" to mean any group that shares a common focus. These operate on a continuum from harmless to destructive, depending on the level of top-down coercive control it exercises over members.
 

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