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International Cultic Studies Association (ICSA)

The International Cultic Studies Association (ICSA) advances research and open dialogue on psychological manipulation and cultic influence, providing education, support, and collaboration for survivors, families, and professionals.

Newsletter · By International Cultic Studies · English · Official site

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Sep 29, 2026
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  1. Issue · Sep 29, 2026

    When pastoral care becomes sexual exploitation (opens the original)

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  2. Issue · Sep 22, 2026

    Can post-cult recovery help survivors of narcissistic abuse? (opens the original)

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  3. Issue · Sep 15, 2026

    Hillary Clinton, gendered politics and a modern-day witch hunt (opens the original)

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  4. Issue · Sep 8, 2026

    Study shows psychological similarities among survivors of cultic abuse and sex trafficking (opens the original)

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  5. Issue · Sep 1, 2026

    ICSA Reading List: 4 books to read this September (opens the original)

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    This month’s selection explores the psychological architecture of coercive control, the burden of leadership within high-control environments, and the profound challenges of recovering personal autonomy. Alongside three compelling books, we are also including a netflix documentary series in this month’s list. Together, these selections examine how influence forms, how group cohesion is sustained through isolation and thought reform, and how individuals navigate recruitment, survival, and exit. R

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