Title Utjecaj novih religijskih pokreta na slobodu pojedinca Title (english) The efect of New Religious Movements on freedom of a person Author Nera Fodor Mentor Marija Džinić (mentor)Committee member Ivan Antunović (predsjednik povjerenstva)Committee member Marija Džinić (član povjerenstva)Committee member Ivica Musa (član povjerenstva)Granter University of Zagreb Defense date and country 2024-09-16, Croatia Scientific / art field, HUMANISTIC SCIENCES Abstract Rad se bavi složenim fenomenom novih religijskih pokreta i njihovim utjecajem na slobodu pojedinca. U prvom poglavlju definiran je pojam novih religijskih pokreta te je objašnjena njihova pozicija u suvremenom društvu. Drugo poglavlje pruža pregled nekoliko poznatih kultova, čime se naglašavaju različite strategije manipulacije i kontrole koje ove grupe koriste. Ovi primjeri jasno pokazuju ekstremne posljedice koje kultizam može imati na slobodu pojedinca, uključujući fizičku izolaciju, psihološku kontrolu, te u najekstremnijim slučajevima, masovna samoubojstva i nasilje. Također smo istražili proces ulaska, ostanka i izlaska iz kulta, s posebnim fokusom na mlade, koji su često u ranjivoj fazi života i podložniji privlačnosti ovakvih grupa. Rad naglašava da izlazak iz kulta često zahtijeva dugotrajan proces deprogramiranja i psihološke rehabilitacije, što ukazuje na potrebu za boljim razumijevanjem i podrškom za bivše članove. Četvrto poglavlje detaljno analizira psihološke aspekte novih religijskih pokreta, uključujući manipulativne tehnike koje vođe kultova koriste kako bi privukli i zadržali članove. Psihološki aspekti konverzije, sindrom zavođenja, ispiranje mozga i alteracija savjesti opisani su kao ključni faktori koji mogu dovesti do šizoidnih stanja i drugih mentalnih poremećaja kod članova. Seksualna manipulacija unutar novih religijskih pokreta dodatno komplicira situaciju, često uključujući zloupotrebu moći. Deprogramiranje, opisano kao kontroverzna, ali često nužna intervencija, predstavlja ključni korak u napuštanju kulta. Iako kritizirano zbog svojih metoda, deprogramiranje je pomoglo mnogim bivšim članovima kulta da povrate kontrolu nad svojim životima i obnove kritičko razmišljanje. Utjecaj novih religijskih pokreta na slobodu pojedinca može biti izrazito destruktivan. Kroz analizu prikazanu u ovom radu, jasno je da mogu ozbiljno narušiti psihološku stabilnost, otuđiti pojedince od obitelji i društva te ugroziti njihovu slobodu. Zbog toga je ključno nastaviti istraživati ovaj fenomen interdisciplinarno, kako bi se razvile učinkovite strategije prevencije i pomoći pogođenim osobama. Samo kroz dublje razumijevanje i odgovarajuće intervencije moguće je zaštititi slobodu i psihološko zdravlje onih koji su pod utjecajem novih religijskih pokreta.
Abstract (english) This paper addresses the complex phenomenon of new religious movements and their impact on individual freedom. The first chapter defines the concept of new religious movements and explains their position in contemporary society. The second chapter provides an overview of several well-known cults, highlighting the various strategies of manipulation and control employed by these groups. These examples clearly demonstrate the extreme consequences that cultism can have on individual freedom, including physical isolation, psychological control, and, in the most extreme cases, mass suicides and violence. The study also explores the process of entering, remaining in, and leaving a cult, with a particular focus on young people, who are often in a vulnerable stage of life and more susceptible to the appeal of such groups. The paper emphasizes that leaving a cult often requires a lengthy process of deprogramming and psychological rehabilitation, underscoring the need for better understanding and support for former members. The fourth chapter thoroughly analyzes the psychological aspects of new religious movements, including the manipulative techniques used by cult leaders to attract and retain members. Psychological aspects of conversion, seduction syndrome, brainwashing, and the alteration of conscience are described as key factors that can lead to schizoid states and other mental disorders among members. Sexual manipulation within new religious movements further complicates the situation, often involving abuse of power. Deprogramming, described as a controversial but often necessary intervention, represents a crucial step in leaving a cult. Although criticized for its methods, deprogramming has helped many former cult members regain control over their lives and restore critical thinking. The influence of new religious movements on individual freedom can be profoundly destructive. Through the analysis presented in this paper, it is clear that these movements can severely undermine psychological stability, alienate individuals from their families and society, and jeopardize their freedom. Therefore, it is essential to continue studying this phenomenon from an interdisciplinary perspective to develop effective strategies for prevention and assistance to affected individuals. Only through deeper understanding and appropriate interventions can we protect the freedom and psychological health of those influenced by new religious movements.
Keywords
novi religijski pokret
kult
pojedinac
vođa kulta
sloboda
Keywords (english)
new religious movement
cult
individual
leader of the cult
impact on freedom
Language croatian URN:NBN urn:nbn:hr:260:838932 Study programme Title: Religious Sciences; specializations in: Religious Sciences - teaching track, Religious Sciences – scientific track Type of resource Text File origin Born digital Access conditions Open access Terms of use Created on 2024-10-24 11:58:39
