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Editorial Reviews
From Publishers Weekly
This report, the result of "15 years of studying the psychology of contemporary charismatic groups," offers possibilities in the treatment of mental illness and the understanding of group violence. Galanter, professor of psychiatry at New York University, demonstrates that many of the counterculture movements of the '60s, then considered exotic, are now elements of mainstream American life. Taking a scientific stance, he investigates the psychology of various zealous groups, seeking the source of their influence. Galanter's range is wide, including disparaged groups like MOVE and the one led by Jim Jones, as well as healing programs based on the AA model. First-person accounts of conversions and disillusionment, and a detailed look at the apparently successful "Moonie" movement, support this objective, comprehensive analysis of cult power.
Copyright 1989 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
From School Library Journal
YA-- Without passing judgment on the groups studied, Galanter compares different cult groups for an understanding of their psychological make-up. He examines the effects of group cohesiveness, shared beliefs, and altered consciousness as common forces in what he calls "charismatic" groups, and details the similarities between cults and zealous self-help groups. Cults and zealous religious sects include the troubled People's Temple in Guyana (Jonestown), MOVE, the Unification Church of Sun Myung Moon, and even Alcoholics Anonymous. Based on careful research, the wealth of information and copious first-hand accounts of individual experiences illustrate the domination of the cult/charismatic leader over personal daily routines and help to explain why individuals can make strong, and in many cases enduring, commitments to absolute strangers in ways that would seem unusual in other group settings. Although the material, vocabulary, and format are scholarly, the prose is easily accessible, highly readable, and clear. The format should not deter young adults searching for information on this popular research-paper topic.
- Gwen Salama, Hastings High School, Houston
Copyright 1989 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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This report, the result of "15 years of studying the psychology of contemporary charismatic groups," offers possibilities in the treatment of mental illness and the understanding of group violence. Galanter, professor of psychiatry at New York University, demonstrates that many of the counterculture movements of the '60s, then considered exotic, are now elements of mainstream American life. Taking a scientific stance, he investigates the psychology of various zealous groups, seeking the source of their influence. Galanter's range is wide, including disparaged groups like MOVE and the one led by Jim Jones, as well as healing programs based on the AA model. First-person accounts of conversions and disillusionment, and a detailed look at the apparently successful "Moonie" movement, support this objective, comprehensive analysis of cult power.
Copyright 1989 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
From School Library Journal
YA-- Without passing judgment on the groups studied, Galanter compares different cult groups for an understanding of their psychological make-up. He examines the effects of group cohesiveness, shared beliefs, and altered consciousness as common forces in what he calls "charismatic" groups, and details the similarities between cults and zealous self-help groups. Cults and zealous religious sects include the troubled People's Temple in Guyana (Jonestown), MOVE, the Unification Church of Sun Myung Moon, and even Alcoholics Anonymous. Based on careful research, the wealth of information and copious first-hand accounts of individual experiences illustrate the domination of the cult/charismatic leader over personal daily routines and help to explain why individuals can make strong, and in many cases enduring, commitments to absolute strangers in ways that would seem unusual in other group settings. Although the material, vocabulary, and format are scholarly, the prose is easily accessible, highly readable, and clear. The format should not deter young adults searching for information on this popular research-paper topic.
- Gwen Salama, Hastings High School, Houston
Copyright 1989 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
See all Editorial Reviews
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