A cult is easily described as a group of members who remain connected by common beliefs. With the growing number of cults that are led by individuals with ulterior motives, it can be difficult to differentiate a group that goes by the term of cult or a group that is in fact a destructive cult. Most destructive cults recruit people when they are at a susceptible point in their lives and in search of answers, making them easily influenced and vulnerable. All destructive cults, regardless of the category under which they fall, use psychological influences to control the behaviour and even thoughts and beliefs of the members.

It can become easier to recognize a destructive cult if you are aware of the categories into which they often fall. The first of these is religious cults and you can learn more about these soon.