Neuroscience of Cults

<p>If you think you’d never be pulled into a cult, that belief itself is part of the danger. In this episode, we explore why the brain is far more influenceable—and more predictable—than most of us want to believe.</p><p>We take a closer look at what happens when belonging, something we’re biologically wired to seek, becomes a pathway into harm. Together, we examine how group dynamics, stress, and relationship patterns can quietly shift a person’s behavior and sense of self. Laine brings research and real-world examples that show just how thin the line can be between healthy connection and unhealthy devotion.</p><p><br></p><p>If you have any topic suggestions for future episodes, don&#39;t hesitate to reach out! Send us an email at info@brainblownpodcast.com.</p><p><br></p><p>We&#39;d love to hear from you.</p><p><br></p><p>REFERENCES</p><ul><ul><li><p><strong>Cults: A Natural Disaster—Looking at Cult Involvement Through a Trauma Lens</strong><br><em>Shelly Rosen</em></p></li><li><p><strong>Pedagogical, Neuropsychological and Social Conditions of Shaping the Identity of Cult Group Followers</strong><br><em>Mariusz Gajew</em></p></li></ul></ul>