Phobia induction
| Phobia induction (mind control, social control) | |
|---|---|
| Manipulative technique to foster suggestibility and a physical stress reaction |
Phobia induction is a term coined by Steve Hassan [1] to describe a manipulative technique used by cults and deep politics to trigger a paradox bonding reaction. Phobia induction might be part of disaster planning.
Extreme examples include the Stockholm_syndrome and mind control programming. The human body needs to relax from time to time.
Severe stress reactions may result if this recreation phase is blocked, i.e. by a constant fearful state, so that stress hormones (and mental stress reactions) accumulate. The result may be much like in the boiling frog metaphor: people may not be aware of their suggestibility in this state.
References
- ↑ Hassan, Steven. Combating cult mind control. Vol. 90. Rochester, VT: Park Street Press, 1990. http://pncds72.free.fr/120_manipulation_mentale/120_21_emprise_sectes.pdf (slides in french)
