TD said:
I have absolutely no data to make this up, but my gut feeling is that those who have coverted as adults are unlikely to leave at all. --Certainly far less likely to leave than born-ins.
I agree with you here mostly. I too have only anecdotal evidence to offer, but it seemed pretty clear to me that born in's are the ones who are most likely to want to examine their faith of birth at some point down the road. The fact that the GB virtually forbids internet research, and yet, each new generation of born in's have internet access everywhere from libraries to McDonalds makes this a harder reality for the GB to deal with.
For those who convert as adults, I think it truly must be taken case by case. However unlikely it is that adult converts will leave, I know some that have. It's all about being honest with yourself. There is no doubt in my mind that most converts today have real issues, and want a framework and context to see their problems. Enter JW's, stage right.
Sirnose, feel free to use the post. Thanks.