Toolkit/S.L.I.C.E. v1/Analysis Worksheet
S.L.I.C.E. Analysis Worksheet
A structured template for mapping evidence across the five dimensions. Work through each section, record your observations, assign confidence levels and reach a proportional conclusion.
Case / Situation
Name or description of the group, relationship or environment
Date of Analysis
Date you are completing this worksheet
Analyst / Observer
Your name or identifier
Structure
How Is the Group Organized?
Key Questions
- Who makes final decisions?
- Is there a clear leader or leadership group?
- How are members ranked or divided?
- How do members communicate with each other?
- Is information shared openly or restricted by rank?
Finding
Example / Evidence
Confidence (H/M/L)
Summary
Limits
What Can’t Members Do?
Key Questions
- Can members leave freely, or are there barriers?
- Can members contact family, friends or outsiders?
- What information is forbidden or restricted?
- Can members make their own decisions, or must they ask permission?
- Are there physical, financial or social barriers to leaving?
Finding
Example / Evidence
Confidence (H/M/L)
Summary
Influence
How Does the Group Create Pressure?
Key Questions
- Does the group have a special belief system or ideology?
- Are members told they’re special, chosen or enlightened?
- Is the outside world portrayed as dangerous or evil?
- Do members feel dependent on the group for safety, meaning or salvation?
- Is there constant messaging about threats or enemies?
Finding
Example / Evidence
Confidence (H/M/L)
Summary
Control
How Does the Group Enforce Obedience?
Key Questions
- Does the group control money, finances or earnings?
- Are members punished for disobedience (shaming, isolation, loss of privileges)?
- Does the group control work, sleep, food or daily activities?
- Are members monitored or reported on by other members?
- What happens if someone questions or disobeys?
Finding
Example / Evidence
Confidence (H/M/L)
Summary
Escalation
How Dangerous Is This? Is It Getting Worse?
Key Questions
- Has control become stricter over time?
- Are members becoming more isolated or dependent?
- Has anyone been harmed (physically, financially, psychologically)?
- Does the group talk about violence, apocalypse or drastic action?
- Are members showing signs of distress, trauma or psychological harm?
- What is the group’s capability for harm?
Finding
Example / Evidence
Confidence (H/M/L)
Summary
Overall Risk Assessment
Pattern Recognition
- How many dimensions show evidence of control?
- Are red flags concentrated in one area or spread across multiple dimensions?
- Is control stable, increasing or decreasing?
Risk Level
Low Risk
Limited evidence of control; isolated concerns
Moderate Risk
Evidence of control in two or three dimensions; some escalation indicators
High Risk
Evidence of control across multiple dimensions; clear escalation indicators; evidence of harm
Escalation Trajectory
Stable
Control and isolation appear consistent over time
Slowly Escalating
Gradual increase in control, isolation or pressure
Rapidly Escalating
Sharp increase in control, isolation, pressure or capability for harm
Confidence Assessment
High
Multiple sources, consistent evidence, clear patterns
Moderate
Some evidence, some gaps, reasonable interpretation
Low
Limited evidence, significant gaps, uncertain interpretation
Evidence Gaps or Limitations
Next Steps and Recommendations
What action, if any, is appropriate?
- Document findings and share with trusted person
- Seek professional consultation (therapist, lawyer, investigator)
- Contact authorities if evidence of abuse or danger
- Reach out to loved one (if safe)
- Research support resources
Notes and Additional Context
Important Reminder
This worksheet is a tool for understanding and organizing observations. It is not a diagnosis, legal assessment or substitute for professional help. If you have concerns about abuse, exploitation or danger, contact appropriate authorities or professional services.