Deprogram (verb)

1. To try to persuade a person to leave a cult or other group to which they have become committed.
2. To attempt to change or reverse the beliefs and ideologies of someone who has been brainwashed or heavily influenced by a particular group or organization.

Origin:

Back formation from deprogramming, which was first used in the 1970s.

Examples:

1. The family hired a professional to deprogram their daughter who had joined a cult.
2. The deprogramming process was long and difficult, but eventually the patient was able to break free from the cult's influence.
3. The term deprogramming refers to the process of trying to change the beliefs and ideologies of someone who has been brainwashed.
4. Deprogramming is a controversial practice and is not considered a mainstream therapy.
5. He had to be deprogrammed after being heavily influenced by a religious sect.