International Cultic Studies Association: Information about cults, cult groups, and new religious movements. ICSA studies psychological manipulation, cult groups, sects, and new religious movements.

Information on cults, cultic groups, psychological manipulation, psychological abuse, spiritual abuse, brainwashing, mind control, thought reform, abusive churches, extremism, totalistic groups, new religious movements, alternative and mainstream religions, group dynamics, exit counseling, recovery, and practical suggestions for those affected by or interested in these subjects.

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Who We Are and What We Do

Founded in 1979, the International Cultic Studies Association (ICSA) is a global network of people concerned about psychological manipulation and abuse in cults, cultic groups, alternative movements, and other environments. ICSA strives to apply professional perspectives to help people who have been adversely affected by cultic and related groups.

In order to help affected families and individuals, enhance the skills of helping professionals, and forewarn those who might become involved in harmful cults, cultic groups, and other group situations, ICSA:

collects and disseminates cult related information and research through periodicals (Cultic Studies Review, ICSA e-Newsletter)

conducts and encourages cultic studies research

maintains a cult information phone line, and

runs cult recovery and family workshops and conferences.

ICSA is guided by a distinguished Board of Directors and Executive Advisory Board.

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