Come on, understand the phenomenon of trance according to medical

In Indonesia, the phenomenon of trance occurs quite a lot. Often this phenomenon is associated with mystical or supernatural things. However, what is the medical world's view of the phenomenon of trance? To find out more details, let's see the explanation in this article!

The phenomenon of possession is often referred to as possession or demon possession. It is believed, a person can be possessed because his body is possessed or controlled by supernatural things, such as spirits or ghosts. In fact, according to the medical, possession is classified as a type of mental disorder called possession trance disorder.

Medical Explanation of Possession

Possession trance disorder is included in the category of dissociative disorders, namely a category of mental disorders characterized by partial or complete loss of integration of thoughts, memory, self-identity, control of body movements, and the surrounding environment.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), possession trance disorderis a disorder that occurs when a person temporarily loses personal identity and awareness of their environment.

Well, generally, people who experience possession trance disordershow symptoms or signs such as the following:

• Loss of control over his actions
• Loss of awareness of the environment
• Loss of memory or memory
• Loss of personal identity
• Difficulty concentrating
• Difficulty distinguishing between reality and imagination
• Change of voice pitch
• Changes in behavior
• A firm belief that a change in body appearance has occurred

Causes and Treatment Possession Trance Disorder

Until now, the cause of possession trance disorderis not known for certain. However, there are several factors that are thought to influence the development of this mental disorder, namely:

• Genetic or hereditary factors
• Environmental and cultural factors that influence the formation of a person's character and personality
• Psychosocial stress, such as economic hardship, death of a close relative, and religious or cultural conflict
• A traumatic event in the past, especially as a child, such as experiencing sexual violence, being involved in a war, or witnessing a suicide

Given the condition possession trance disorder is often associated with religion, culture, and the environment, to diagnose this condition, a psychologist or psychiatrist will not only examine the patient's psychological and physical condition only, but also the environmental and cultural background in which the patient grew up.

A person can only be diagnosed with possession trance disorderif he or she experiences the above symptoms unintentionally, occurs outside of religious and cultural practice, and is not affected by certain medical conditions, such as brain injury, epilepsy , and the effects of any psychoactive substance.

Well, if the patient is indeed diagnosed with possession trance disorder, generally this condition will be treated with a combination of psychotherapy and medication.

Until now, the relationship between the phenomenon of trance and mental disorders is still being studied and investigated further. So, if you know someone who shows symptoms of possession trace disorder as above, it never hurts to consult a psychologist or psychiatrist, OK.

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