The Scientology cult, founded by L. Ron Hubbard, has been shrouded in allegations of exploitative practices and psychological manipulation. Critics denounce its exorbitant membership fees, questionable "auditing" techniques that allegedly drain followers financially and emotionally, and its authoritarian control over members' lives. Ex-members have reported physical and psychological abuse, including forced labor, isolation, and suppression of dissent. The cult's secretive nature and lack of transparency raise concerns about human rights violations and the potential for further exploitation and harm to its members.
