Global mental health and trauma exposure: the current evidence for the relationship between traumatic experiences and spirit possession.
Tobias Hecker, Lars Braitmayer, Marjolein Van Duijl
Eur J Psychotraumatol November 19, 2015 DOI: 10.3402/ejpt.v6.29126 via PubMed Central
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractSpirit possession is often linked to traumatic experiences, but the evidence for this relationship is inconsistent and methodologically limited. The review examines current global mental health research on trauma exposure and possession phenomena, finding that while some studies suggest a connection, many lack rigorous assessment of trauma and possession, and cultural factors are frequently overlooked. The authors call for more culturally sensitive and methodologically sound research to clarify the nature of this relationship.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Review Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Citations | 50 |
| Key finding | The evidence for a relationship between traumatic experiences and spirit possession is inconsistent and methodologically limited, with cultural factors often overlooked. |
Abstract
Global mental health and trauma exposure: the current evidence for the relationship between traumatic experiences and spirit possession.