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These Tools were provided with permission by Dr Steven Hassan, a licensed mental health professional who is a recognized expert on cults and undue influence, and possesses professional experience both in the US and abroad.

DR STEVEN HASSAN’S BITE MODEL

Cults can come in many forms: political, religious, and corporate sectors are just some of the avenues. These simple models developed by Dr. Steven Hassan can help you identify if you are part of a cult, regardless of the institution that is promoting it.

Bite Model by Dr. Steven Hassan, be stands for behaviour control
How to know if you are part of a cult. Dr. Steven Hassan's Bite Model, I stands for Thought Control
How to know if you are part of a cult. Dr. Steven Hassan's Bite Model, I stands for Information Control

Below is another chart from Dr Hassan on Constructive and Destructive Influences.

Bite model visual, explains attributes of constructive and deconstructive leaders

Link to Dr. Hassan’s Website