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Context- In the area where I reside, its a very common belief that 'mata' (holy spirit) can reside in body of a person.
My mom has had this issue for last 15-20 years. Sometimes randomly she would get triggered, start talking as another person, refering herself in third person. In the duration of these episodes, she claims being a powerful holy deity. More often than not, she has intense bodyache before/after these episodes. Recently, her episodes have become so frequent- almost daily. She cries a lot. She feels that she is somewhat trapped here.
I know this is a psychological issue. But what branch? Could someone give me any context on how to proceed? Does she need a therapist or a psychologist or another type of doctor? Could this treatment require taking medication?
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Hi.. this is called Dissociative disorder or posesession state. It can be treated with medications and therapy. You need to consult a psychiatrist for the same.
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Its hysteria.
It has to be treated with medicine
Sometimes aversion therapy
And cognitive behavior therapy
Consult with me ill help you understand it better.
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This is commonly called as dissociation/hysteria it is a psychiatric condition which needs to be assessment and can be effectively treated !
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There is something called cultural belief, but at times it goes beyond a limit to cause severe emotional distress and Behavioral changes to warrant treatment from a psychiatrist. Consult an astute psychiatrist either in person or online and seek remedy. Good luck
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She is suffering from dissociative disorder and you need to consult a psychiatrist for the issue you can also check out a video i made on this issue at @drsagarverma on instagram
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Dr. Rayees Ahmad Wani
Addiction Psychiatrist
13 yrs exp
Srinagar
Hello,
You need to take her to a psychiatrist and get her evaluated.
Then it can be decided if she needs medication or therapy
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