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Brain Fag Syndrome

A cultural syndrome primarily affecting university students in Nigeria, characterized by cognitive fatigue, somatic symptoms, and contextually specific head/neck pain.

Ataque de Nervios

A culturally specific episode marked by dramatic expressions of distress, often including screaming and aggression, particularly within familial settings.

Koro Syndrome

A culture-bound syndrome involving fear of genital retraction, often influenced by cultural beliefs regarding masculinity and mortality.

Zar Syndrome

A cultural syndrome where emotional distress is expressed through trance or possession rituals, particularly impacting women in patriarchal societies.

Wendigo Psychosis

A syndrome triggered by extreme environmental stressors, characterized by cannibalistic cravings and the belief in transformation into a monstrous figure.

Susto

A culturally recognized condition believed to occur after a traumatic fright, resulting in the soul leaving the body, thus causing both psychological and physical distress.

Dhat Syndrome

A cultural syndrome prevalent among young South Asian men, involving anxiety and symptoms associated with the belief in semen as a vital life force.

Amok Syndrome

A cultural syndrome characterized by a sudden violent outburst followed by social withdrawal and amnesia, reflecting cultural norms around suppressed emotions.