I see a defensible position:

Cults are basically abusive boyfriends x1000.

If you leave or speak out, goodbye all family and friends you've ever known.

She was born into this.

You ever been brainwashed, either by a cult or just an abusive ex? I wouldn't wish it on anyone, but it would help you gain a deeper understandings of the inner workings of a cult, and how they retain their victims.