No one ever gets trapped in a high-control group of their own free will. Initially, victims innocently join what they believe to be reputable church, a non-profit trying to save the oceans, a self-help group, or attend yoga classes…a child on the street gets pulled into a sex trafficking ring or an unsuspecting student gets recruited on their school campus. It can happen to anyone anywhere, but usually occurs at a time when a person is undergoing a dramatic change in their life, e.g. a job loss, divorce, going off to college, and many other stressful and unsettling situations.
If you know someone trapped in a destructive group and need help getting them out, please visit our support page. For any emergency, please contact 911 immediately.