AUTHOR.
SPEAKER.
FOUNDER.
I'm on a mission to help individuals exit radicalized groups with dignity and regain their individual lives.
I expose how psychological manipulation works and help those who have fallen prey to it.
Diane Benscoter has first-hand experience as a cult member and deprogrammer. She is an author and proud founder of Antidote.ngo, a nonprofit organization working to expose the dangers of misinformation and psychological manipulation.
“Read this book and share it with everyone - because everyone is vulnerable.”
- Dr. Joachim De Posada, "Don't Eat the Marshmallow...yet"
Diane is passionate about sharing her experiences with people and explaining difficult psychology topics in ways that are relatable, by funneling them towards and educating them about practical and supportive solutions.
“When misinformation is exciting, and the truth is technical and mundane, facts have a hard time competing with lies.” - Diane Benscoter
About Diane Benscoter
Diane Benscoter has first-hand experience as a cult member and deprogrammer. She is an author and proud founder of Antidote.ngo, a nonprofit organization working to expose the dangers of misinformation and psychological manipulation.
As a former member of The Unification Church – a religious cult whose members are commonly known as “Moonies” — Diane has first-hand experience with the destructive impact caused by manipulative tactics that are commonly used by extremist movements, organizations and individuals. For decades, she has committed herself to educating the public at large, especially those most vulnerable, about psychological manipulation, and providing support to those who have already fallen prey to these tactics.
Diane’s TED Talk: How Cults Rewire the Brain
