Over time, there have been many methods implemented by people to help their loved ones who may be involved in a cult. Each method has its pros and cons, and nowadays, you can find tactics that are safer and that help people leave behind cults without any lingering effects. One such approach is the Strategic Interactive Approach that was devised by Steven Hassan to counter the slandering of the works of anti-cult organisations. This approach is aimed at educating the family of a cult member about the ways of cults, and the emotional and psychological effect they have. Countering methods are also taught which are more family oriented and non-coercive in their application. This helps the cult member’s loved ones gain a better understanding of what the member is experiencing and how best to help him or her.

With people becoming emotionally and physically distant from each other, yet connected to strangers through the internet, the desire to belong is greater than ever. Cults are growing due to this phenomenon. However, the cults of the past have led to a number of people who are willing to take a stand against these practises and spread awareness – something that will bring about a change in the cult culture.