" Some educational systems are designed to indoctrinate rather than educate. They demand conformity and obedience. But other educational systems encourage students to think for themselves, be creative, and respect themselves and others. Educational systems that use fear and guilt—and focus on competition and conformity—produce ready candidates for destructive cults. Students should be taught critical thinking skills and be encouraged to oppose blind conformity. Education should also encourage students to think from different perspectives. "

― Steven Hassan , Freedom of Mind: Helping Loved Ones Leave Controlling People, Cults, and Beliefs