Narcissism Glossary

obedience and secrecy demanded from a leader's seat

🏛️ Abuse of standing within an organization or religious hierarchy to restrict personal autonomy — with ostracism or retaliation inside the group as the price of refusal.

The key test: whether refusal draws threats, exclusion, and revenge.

Often seen in situations like these

Leave the group, and the word 'traitor' follows you — so goes the threat.

When this happens, try this

💡 Tell someone trustworthy outside the group what you've experienced, and keep the important records somewhere separate.

Type explanatory concept · Topic Work, school, groups & online · Term Abuse of Authority in Groups · Also known as Abuse of Authority in Groups

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