explanations of NAMs

Question 1

Two explanations

Answer 1

Heelas
Bruce

Question 2

Heelas

Answer 2

loosely organised or client cults - diverse and eclectic

e.g. astrology + crystal healing

two common themes - Self spirituality + detraditionalisation - look inside themselves + reject spiritual texts

Question 3

Bruce

Answer 3

NAMs have 5 features
1. emphasis on self
2. holistic approach
3. no higher authority apart from self
4. global cafeteria - pick beliefs
5. Therapeutic + success aimed