It needs serious attention
Learn the sectarian models and remember. Compare the conditions in which you (or family and your friends) were or are with these models.
۱- The behavioral, social-structural models of cults are generally constant and they may use various techniques to attract you.
۲- Membership in cult can disrupt your life and creates abrasive behaviors and conditions for you.
۳- Using the mind change methods (meditation, shouting slogans, special meetings and …) excessively.
۴- Creating bipolar mentality and forming sever contradiction with community and nearby.
۵- Creating shame or sin feeling for controlling members and convincing.
۶- Encouraging excessive interaction and assigning unlimited time in the group
۷- Attracting new members continually!
Additionally; of course, these items aren’t limited and there are many signs of cult. Irreparable damages can be prevented by recognizing it.