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Abstract: The concept of bounded choice, developed by Dr. Janja Lalich, answers this question: why do members of cults and other high-control groups behave and act in ways that seem incomprehensible to outsiders? The bounded choice framework identifies the key components of coercive groups (or relationships) that create a self-sealing (or closed) system in which members are controlled and influenced such that they undergo a change of self. Ultimately, most fully adopt a new binding worldview, typically based on an extreme ideology. The four features of the self-sealing system are charismatic authority, a transcendent belief system, systems of control, and systems of influence. They are intertwined, working together to coercively influence members to abide by total obedience and extreme loyalty. Given this, what is the extent of the irresponsibility? And how can we — or should we — hold them accountable?
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