The following is a helpful list of questions to aid you in assessing your situation:

·         Is the person in a controversial group?

·         What evidence do you have that the person is in the group?

·         What evidence do you have to show the person is more than a casual member?

·         Do you consider the group to be benign, high demand or destructive?

·         Do you have information/documentation to support your views?

·         How is the person’s group involvement adversely affecting their life?

·         Who sees the adverse effects of group membership on the person, other than yourself?

·         What is the quality of your interpersonal relationship with the group member?

·         Does the person have a weak or strong bond with the family?

·         Is there a stable family environment?

·         Are you emotionally prepared for the possible ramifications of an intervention?

·         Are you prepared for all possible outcomes of an intervention?

·         Were there signs of mental illness, or adjustment problems before joining the group? Has this changed?

·         Are there resources available if the member decides to sever their ties to the group?