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   Is shunning a cult?

   • Shunning is a dangerous practice used by cults. Those who are kicked out of authoritarian religious organizations are cut off from their entire social universe. The threat of being shunned is an example of the extreme social influence that encompasses all four aspects of the BITE model.

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   What is Amish shunning?

   • Amish Shunning, also known as “Meidung,” is a practice in which an individual is completely cut off from social, economic, and religious relationships with other community members. This is done as a punishment for violating the Ordnung, the unwritten code of behavior that governs Amish life.

   Banished from the Community: Amish Shunning Explained

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   Does shunning affect Jehovah's Witnesses?

   • Results suggest shunning has a long-term, detrimental effect on mental health, job possibilities, and life satisfaction. Problems are amplified in female former members due to heavy themes of sexism and patriarchal narratives pervasive in Jehovah’s Witnesses culture.

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   Why is shunning important?

   • Adding to this, shunning is a powerful tool for social influence, so leaders use it to ensure that people will obey them, in order to maintain their membership within the community.

   The practice of shunning and its consequences - SEDAA

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   Is shunning a form of abuse?

   • Essentially shunning is a form of social shame and humiliation. More specifically, shunning or ostracising is a form of abuse. It is discrimination and silent bullying. Unfortunately, often people who have been shunned also face other forms of abuse, ranging from death threats and physical assaults to murder.

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   Who is a target of shunning?

   • Targets of shunning can include persons who have been labeled as apostates, whistleblowers, dissidents, strikebreakers, or anyone the group perceives as a threat or source of conflict. Social rejection has been established to cause psychological damage and has been categorized as torture or a low-cost punishment for failed cooperation.

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2. www.psychologytoday.com › us › blogShunning: The Trauma of Being Cut Off - Psychology Today

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   Sep 20, 2021 · Shunning is a dangerous practice used by cults. Those who are kicked out of authoritarian religious organizations are cut off from their entire social universe. The threat of being...

   • 21 Common Reactions to Trauma

     2. Nightmares. While the actual experience probably felt...

   • Shunning: The Ultimate Rejection

     From a psychological standpoint, the act of shunning is...

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   Feb 1, 2013 · From a psychological standpoint, the act of shunning is social or mental rejection. Why do people shun others? Here are some reasons, instances, forms of shunning and the damage done:

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   Shunning can be the act of social rejection, or emotional distance. In a religious context, shunning is a formal decision by a denomination or a congregation to cease interaction with an individual or a group, and follows a particular set of rules.

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   Nov 11, 2016 · Shunning or ostracism is not limited to cults and is often used in communities where there is a high prevalence of “honour” based violence. This practice is encouraged and continues to be implemented by those who hold some form of authority in the community.

6. www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov › pmc › articlesWhat Happens to Those Who Exit Jehovah’s Witnesses: An ...

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   Dec 31, 2022 · Results suggest shunning has a long-term, detrimental effect on mental health, job possibilities, and life satisfaction. Problems are amplified in female former members due to heavy themes of sexism and patriarchal narratives pervasive in Jehovah’s Witnesses culture.

7. www.culteducation.com › group › 1289-generalThe Silence of Shunning: A Conversation with Kipling William

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   In short, shunning is a common practice that many people have suffered or perpetuated, yet it is surprising how little attention has been paid to this ubiquitous form of aggression. One person who has paid attention is Purdue psychologist Kipling Williams.

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   May 15, 2023 · Amish Shunning, also known as “Meidung,” is a practice in which an individual is completely cut off from social, economic, and religious relationships with other community members. This is done as a punishment for violating the Ordnung, the unwritten code of behavior that governs Amish life.