Need Psychological Explanation

Venkat

I witnessed a person behaving like he is in possession of God in Hindu religion, to be particular. He shown this type of behaviour when I said to that person that we don't have to belief superstitious beliefs which are very harmful to society.
Possession by God. I know that it is not true. I think that person is suffering from bipolar disorder. But, it is my guess.
Not only this person, in most of the rural areas in Andhra Pradesh there are lot of people saying that they are possessed by God sometimes.
I believe in science. I want to write a research paper on this mental health issue. I am just doing an undergraduate course. I don't have enough knowledge.

I need your help guys. Please tell me as much as you know about this type of behaviour. Facts all I want now for my research. Please give me scientific explanation about this situation.

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I think the good idea is to read detailed books about psychology from notified authors: https://mangoclinic.com/top-30-psychology-authors-bringing-a-revolution-in-the-world-of-mental-health/
This helps a long way to know and answer your queries as horizon of these authors is wide and far fetched.

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I so agree with you. You will find plenty of such examples especially in rural areas where there is less outreach of education. I believe these people are brainwashed that way and made to think like that by the Sadhus and gurus out there. Maybe. I also think they are quite delusional and something might be wrong with the mental balance. I would suggest you read this article and the people would help you out a lot more on this topic. https://mmjdoctor.com/5-inspiring-medical-marijuana-stories-from-real-life-patients/ These patients explain their experience. I will find some other articles and will talk about that too. 🙂

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It is illiteracy. Lack of education. It is something not new that amazed me. I am familiar with many such situations. I don't judge people. Everyone has his own beliefs and perceptions. Checkout experts solutions to many conditions https://mdberry.com/12-leadingexperts-share-top-3-health-uses-of-medical-marijuana/ .

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This can very well be explained as a psychological disorder; I've seen multiple such cases in my career as a psychologist. The patient in such a condition falsely perceives themselves to be something that they are not; in this case: GOD! Here's how marijuana can help alleviate this condition: https://esacare.com/role-of-esa-in-treating-psychological-disorders/