Topic 1 - Demonic Possession Flashcards

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What did they suggest?

A

That mental illness is caused by evil spirits which have take possession of an individual’s soul and are controlling their behaviour

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Examples of things that cause the mental illnesses in this case

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Ancestors, animals, or gods

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What was the treatment?

A

Trepanning

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How was the treatment done?

A

Chipped away at the skull by stone tool

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Why was the treatment done?

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To give the evil spirits an exit from the skull

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