Ritual Abuse

This article discusses the true power base of the Illuminati, and how it can impact a survivor in this group.

Oct 6, 2002 - Svali

Part 2 of this outstanding article asking for victim advocacy and change from organizations that work with victims of ritual abuse.

Oct 6, 2002 - Svali

Part one of two articles asking for action on the behalf of survivors in San Diego County, from organizations that often receive referrals that address survivor/victim concerns. This is a strong call to action and for much-needed change, and should give hope to every survivor.

Oct 5, 2002 - Svali

Denial often plays a crucial role in the dissociative process, and must be addressed for healing to occur. This article discusses denial and how it can be addressed therapeutically.

Jul 3, 2002 - Svali

*trigger warning: this describes abuse and could be triggering to survivors of cult abuse. Please exercise caution when reading. Dealing with threats is common for those leaving an abusive cult. This articles discusses this topic from a personal perspective.

May 8, 2002 - Svali

**trigger graphic discussion of abuse and a ritual, please do not read without a therapist present**This article discusses how the cult celebrates the Easter season.

Mar 25, 2002 - Svali

**trigger warning: this could be difficult to read if you are a survivor of mind control or abuse.**Carol has graciously allowed her article that discusses events in the northern Virginia area to be published here. There is a lot more going on in the suburbs around Washington, DC than most people realize.

Mar 7, 2002 - Svali

Discusses governmental mind control; trigger warning could be difficult for survivors to read.

Feb 10, 2002 - Svali

*Trigger warning: article discusses abuse * This article discusses what the Christmas holiday often means to the survivor of generational occult abuse, and how to help.

Dec 23, 2001 - Svali

*trigger warning: contains strong Christian message and contains Bible verses. This article discusses Biblical prophecy and the end of occult groups.

Nov 15, 2001 - Svali

*Trigger warning: contains graphic description of cult activities. This article discusses a typical day in the life of a cult trainer.

Nov 3, 2001 - Svali

PTSD is a common side effect of ritual abuse. Here I discuss what it is, the symptoms, and how it is treated.

Oct 17, 2001 - Svali

Goessoftly is a retired therapist who has deep compassion for survivors, and shares some thoughts here on how therapists can sometimes unknowingly retraumatize their clients

Sep 30, 2001 - Svali

**trigger warning: contains some graphic descriptions This is one of the best articles I have ever read on the reality of ritual abuse, with evidence cited that makes disbelief difficult.

Sep 19, 2001 - Svali

This article discusses how ritual abuse and cult programming can predispose survivors to eating disorders. What these disorders are, and what can be done are also covered.

Sep 11, 2001 - Svali

This article discusses the experiences of prejudice in the community and church that survivors of ritual abuse have undergone.

Aug 28, 2001 - Svali

This article discusses the process of developing cooperation within a ritual abuse survivor's systems.

Aug 19, 2001 - Svali

This article by pastor Doug Riggs discusses working with the survivor of ritual abuse from a Christian perspective.

Jul 29, 2001 - Svali

A survivor of ritual abuse shares her personal story of staying safe from cult contact, and what she has learned.

Jul 14, 2001 - Svali

This article describes programming done utilizing near death experiences. Trigger warning: if you are a survivor, do not read without your therapist present or in a safe place.

Jul 9, 2001 - Svali

This is an open letter asking for articles from those who have insight, experience, or interest in ritual abuse and mind control, and healing from them.

Jun 27, 2001 - Svali

Trigger warning: this contains a strong Christian message. Here is a discussion of the true source of healing, according to the author.

Jun 23, 2001 - Svali

This article discusses programming and the creation of internal worlds in the survivor from the perspective of a Christian therapist who has worked with many survivors.

Jun 4, 2001 - Svali

Denial can be one of the greatest barriers to healing for the survivor. Here is a discussion of different types of denial, and why they occur.

May 19, 2001 - Svali

This article discusses assassin programming as done by the Illuminati. Trigger warning: involves graphic detail in discussion.

May 5, 2001 - Svali

**Trigger warning: this article contains strongly Christian content*** This article discusses the book "Search for Significance" and the role it has played in my life in undoing the lies the cult taught me.

Apr 24, 2001 - Svali

With Easter coming up, many survivors struggle with this holiday. I have included a calendar of the major holidays of the year that both survivors and support people can refer to.

Apr 8, 2001 - Svali

This article by an attorney discusses the finding that occur during forensic investigations of ritual abuse cases. This is part three in a series to publish the article in its entirety.

Mar 21, 2001 - Svali

This article discusses ritual abuse and the findings that occur during forensic investigations of ritual trauma cases. It is written by an attorney with experience in this area.

Mar 21, 2001 - Svali

This article written by an attorney addresses the legal issues, as well as the findings that surround ritual abuse cases in our country. It includes an outstanding description of the effects of ritual trauma on young children.

Mar 21, 2001 - Svali

This article discusses how support people can help a survivor of ritual abuse.

Mar 10, 2001 - Svali

This article discusses finding a safe house for the survivor of ritual abuse, including precautions the survivor needs to take.

Feb 17, 2001 - Svali

This article discusses recovered memories, and the debate surrounding them.

Feb 3, 2001 - Svali

Jeannie Riseman, editor of "Survivorship" and creator of the Ritual Abuse Homepage, shares her thoughts on ritual abuse and healing.

Jan 23, 2001 - Svali

Article describes the documented effects of torture on survivors, and addressing this issue as it relates to ritual abuse. **Trigger warning; mentions severe abuse

Jan 14, 2001 - Svali

Article is part one of an interview with survivor Brice Taylor, who shares her insights on ritual abuse and mind control, as well as encouragement to survivors

Jan 2, 2001 - Svali

Interview with svali done by editor of Centrex news site on the Illuminati: who and what they are.

Dec 20, 2000 - Svali

Discusses how the survivor can look for a therapist, using a phone interview and questions.

Dec 12, 2000 - Svali

Review of the book "Cover Up Of the Century: Satanic Ritual Crime & World Conspiracy" by Daniel Ryder.

Nov 12, 2000 - Svali

Describes ideas on how survivors can deal with holidays and anniversary dates.

Oct 28, 2000 - Svali

Discusses the concept of trauma bonding in cult abuse, with the role of trauma bonding in pulling survivors back to their abusers. Trigger note: discusses cult abuse, programming, and trauma: please do not read if these trigger you unless you are with your therapist or a safe person.

Oct 12, 2000 - Svali

discusses some aspects of the complex issue of confronting perpetrators from the perspective of a survivor.

Oct 1, 2000 - Svali

Describes spiritual healing from ritual abuse from a strongly Christian perspective

Sep 9, 2000 - Svali

Guest article on the struggles survivors of ritual abuse have in learning to trust and to feel that they deserve to exist and have needs.

Sep 7, 2000 - Svali

Describes the way that a complex polyfragmented dissociative system might appear from the viewpoint of a survivor who has experienced it.

Aug 27, 2000 - Svali

Article discusses topic of what helps in healing from ritual abuse, from the perspective of therapists in the field. *Important note: this article is not meant to be therapy, and only offers general opinions*

Aug 12, 2000 - Svali

Therapists discuss: is ritual abuse real? And some of their opinions on this subject.

Jul 28, 2000 - Svali

An article that addresses issues facing the person who wishes to leave a transgenerational cult, including safety

Jul 2, 2000 - Svali

Second half of article on cult programming

Jun 16, 2000 - Svali

Brief description of some of the ways the Illuminati program their members. Warning: may be triggering to survivors, please use caution and stay safe.

Jun 15, 2000 - Svali

Describes activities the cult is engaged in to make money

Jun 3, 2000 - Svali

Continuation of article, discussing dissociation and some of its impact in the lives of survivors of ritual abuse.

May 21, 2000 - Svali

Discusses the experience of dissociation from the perspective of survivors of ritual abuse

May 20, 2000 - Svali

Various survivors discuss the process of remembering ritual abuse.

May 8, 2000 - Svali

Survivors of ritual abuse speak out on the process of remembering

May 7, 2000 - Svali

A description of security measures used to prevent detection by a cult group, how they maintain secrecy.

Apr 26, 2000 - Svali

Discussion of cults that abuse, based on Singer's model of conditions for thought reform.

Apr 18, 2000 - Svali

Discusses ritual abuse in a historical context, starting with the Ancient Assyrians, until modern times.

Apr 10, 2000 - Svali

A series of articles that describe the reality of ritual abuse, cult groups, and the effects on survivors as well as perspectives of breaking free of cult abuse.

Mar 8, 2000 - Svali