NCJ Number
122115
Journal
Campus Law Enforcement Journal Volume: 19 Issue: 4 Dated: (July-August 1989) Pages: 36
Editor(s)
P J Berry
Date Published
1989
Length
1 page
Annotation
Campus police should be informed about the nature of cults and their techniques for recruiting students, so they may assist in preventing and intervening to protect students from the harm caused by cults.
Abstract
Cults, which are sometimes masked as respectable religious groups, recruit heavily on college campuses. They harm students by disrupting their education, careers, friendships, and family ties. Of particular concern is the increase in satanic ritual abuse that has resulted in criminal acts, including murder and suicide. The International Cult Education Program (ICEP) educates college staff and students about cults and psychological manipulation. It provides speakers and educational materials to inform persons about the dangers and techniques of cults. The ICEP also assists in handling specific cult problems through the use of mental health professionals skilled in counseling cult members, potential recruits, and the families and friends of cult members. Campus police can be instrumental in working with the college administration to use the ICEP in campus educational programs and interventions designed to undermine the influence of cults on campus.