It starts simply. You are looking at social media. You might accept a friend request on Facebook. You may follow an interesting influencer. You could see a course about cryptocurrency or play a Roblox game. These actions seem harmless. However, they can lead you into a world of manipulation. In a few months, you might find yourself in a group that acts like a cult. You may feel isolated and unhappy. The scary part is that this happens willingly.
The internet has changed how cults work. In the p
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