Educational tool only. All groups exist on a spectrum of control. Individual experiences vary. Based on publicly available reports, ex-member accounts, court records, and expert analyses — not medical or legal advice.

Interactive tool · no AI · no account

Loved-one conversation planner

Select the relationship type and the situation features. The tool returns a tailored conversation approach: phrases to use, phrases to avoid, questions that open dialogue, and escalation guidance. Your inputs are stored only in your browser.

About the situation

Your relationship to themYour level of concern

They are defensive when the group comes upThey live with the group or other membersChildren are involvedTheir finances are caught up with the groupThey are gradually isolating from familyThe group teaches that family criticism is persecutionThe group may monitor their communicationI have a concern about specific imminent harm