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rrmoderator
First, if you think anything criminal is going on contact the local police. They can then conduct an investigation.
You also should consider that claims of ritual abuse, especially those that implicate family members, have most often been proven false.
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Note the official reports and research done by law enforcement and government groups regarding Satanism claims.
Many of the false claims made have been linked to those also claiming "multiple personality disorder," a controversial diagnosis.
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You could visit www.wellspringretreat.org and also tell your friend to visit that internet site. They are very helpful and will respond to enquiries.
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DID and MPD have become quite controversial many that have been diagnosed with these disorders likewise may not have been diagnosed correctly.
There are many cults and child abusers prosecuted, but this depends upon facts and objective evidence.
Look through the False Memories and Satanism sections to see how many times such claims have been proven false. In many situations those accused have later sued and received large awards or settlements for malicious prosecution.
Also, therapists that promote false memories of ritual abuse have likewise been sued and often lost their license.
There are many cults hurting people and this has included children. But there are facts to support this.
It is important to recognize that there are both true and false claims of abuse.