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koro) which have a similar presentation in many cultures


475-505) give a much more extensive listing of culture-bound syndromes; however, their descriptors are not always specific enough for inclusion here.
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amok or mata elap


(Malaysia) a dissociative episode characterized by a period of brooding followed by an outburst of violent, aggressive, or homicidal behavior directed at people and objects. The episode tends to be pr [..]
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anorexia mirabilis or holy anorexia


(medieval Europe): severe restriction of food intake, associated with experience of religious devotion. Often not considered pathological within the culture. The terms are used by historians, and are [..]
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anorexia nervosa (north america


severe restriction of food intake, associated with morbid fear of obesity. Other methods may also be used to lose weight, including excessive exercise. May overlap with symptoms of bulimia nervosa.
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boufée deliriante


(West Africa and Haiti) sudden outburst of agitated and aggressive behavior, marked confusion, and psychomotor excitement. It may sometimes be accompanied by visual and auditory hallucinations or para [..]
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brain fag or brain fog


(West Africa) a condition experience by primarily male high school or university students. Symptoms include difficulties in concentrating, remembering, and thinking. Students often state that their br [..]
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bulimia nervosa (north america


binge eating followed by purging through self-induced vomiting, laxatives, or diuretics; and morbid fear of obesity. May overlap with symptoms of anorexia nervosa.
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dhat


(India) semen-loss syndrome, characterized by severe anxiety and hypochondriacal concerns with the discharge of semen, whitish discoloration of the urine, and feelings of weakness and exhaustion. Simi [..]
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falling out or blacking out


(Southern U.S. and Caribbean) episodes characterized by sudden collapse, either without warning or preceded by feelings of dizziness or "swimming" in the head. The individual's eyes are [..]
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ghost sickness


(American Indian groups) preoccupation with death and the deceased, sometimes associated with witchcraft. Symptoms may include bad dreams, weakness, feelings of danger, loss of appetite, fainting, diz [..]
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