Joost Meerloo, The Rape of the M Quotes

A collection of quotes by Joost Meerloo, The Rape of the M.

Joost Meerloo was a Dutch psychiatrist and author, most famous for his book "The Rape of the Mind: The Psychology of Thought Control, Menticide, and Brainwashing." Born in 1903, Meerloo specialized in the study of the effects of totalitarian regimes and mind manipulation on individuals. He critically examined the psychological techniques used in brainwashing and provided valuable insights into the ways in which authoritarian governments and organizations control and manipulate their subjects. His work became influential in understanding the psychological impacts of indoctrination and oppression, earning him recognition as an important figure in the field of political psychology.

He who dictates and formulates the words and phrases we use,

He who dictates and formulates the words and phrases we use, he who is master of the press and radio, is master of the mind. Repeat mechanically your assumptions and suggestions, diminish the opportunity for communicating dissent and opposition. This is the formula for political conditioning of the masses.

Joost Meerloo, The Rape of the M

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