Tom Cruise, Suri Cruise and Scientology: The Story Behind Their Estranged Relationship, Family, Divorce and Legacy

What Is Disconnection in Scientology?

Disconnection is a controversial aspect of Scientology.

The Church of Scientology has explained disconnection in terms of separating oneself from relationships considered harmful or antagonistic to one’s spiritual development.

Critics have argued that the practice can contribute to family estrangement.

The Church disputes many characterizations of its practices and says that its teachings are frequently misunderstood or misrepresented.

In discussions about the Cruise family, journalists have sometimes suggested that Scientology’s concepts could help explain family relationships.

But there is no publicly confirmed evidence establishing that Tom Cruise officially classified Suri or Katie Holmes as suppressive persons or that a formal disconnection order explains their current relationship.

That distinction is essential.