... emerges as to whether you should examine the critical research conducted by the professional "outsider", or turn to the "insider"; members of the religion who are familiar with its teachings. This paper will examine the perspectives of both sides; outsider and insider, and will critically analyze their material on the subject of Scientology. By utilizing both perspectives there is a hope to achieve a broad understanding of the Church of Scientology. In the online article blatantly named "Scientology Lies", author Kristy Watcher makes a variety of claims against the Church of Scientology, using both qualitative and quantitative data to validate her claims. As an outsider Watcher does not try and maintain a neutral perspective on Scientology policies and beliefs, but rather aggressively challenges the religion and its members. The first claim brought forward against Scientology is that the church has since the 1970's held individuals against their will. These ...

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