Escaping Cults and Abusive Relationships: Janja Lalich's Expertise on Harm Reduction Radio - HAMS
I think studying, you know, or learning about how cults and these kinds of groups operate- I mean what I do when I work with people- is I give them either my bounded choice framework, which I talk about in the book, or I use Robert Lifton's thought reform framework and I ask people to just take that framework and fill it in with how it worked in their group.
Imagine being trapped in a world where your every move is controlled. In this episode of Harm Reduction Radio - HAMS, host Kenneth Anderson sits down with Janja Lalich PhD, a renowned cult expert and sociology professor at CSU Chico. Lalich, who authored 'Take Back Your Life: Recovering from Cults and Abusive Relationships', shares her profound understanding of the psychological traps set by cults and abusive relationships.
She delves into the mechanisms of coercive control and the long-lasting impact it can have on individuals. Lalich also emphasizes the importance of personal choice and empowerment in the recovery journey. Her insights provide a roadmap for anyone looking to break free from such toxic environments. Whether you're dealing with a cult-like situation or an abusive relationship, this episode offers practical advice grounded in evidence-based and harm reduction approaches.
Tune in to gain valuable knowledge and hope for a resilient future.