Wendigo Psychosis and Psychiatric Perspectives of Cannibalism: A Complex Interplay of Culture, Psychology, and History
Cureus,
Год журнала:
2023,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Окт. 30, 2023
Our
review
paper
delves
into
the
intricate
and
multifaceted
realm
of
cannibalism,
with
a
focused
exploration
its
manifestations
in
Wendigo
psychosis.
We
aim
to
explore
implications
cannibalism
within
realms
psychiatry,
anthropology,
psychology,
sociology
by
navigating
complexities
cultural
beliefs,
psychological
underpinnings,
historical
contexts,
contemporary
significance
surrounding
cannibalism.
Cannibalism
is
deeply
ingrained
mythological
heritage
Algonquian-speaking
tribes;
it
closely
associated
symbolic
figure
Wendigo.
The
serves
as
warning
about
potential
loss
one's
humanity
dire
circumstances
like
starvation.
psychosis,
characterized
psychiatric
such
paranoia,
anxiety,
hallucinations,
cannibalistic
urges,
often
emerges
result
fusion
narratives
vulnerabilities.
This
may
provide
an
outlet
for
individuals
experiencing
internal
distress.
Historical
records
show
that
instances
psychosis
were
more
prevalent
during
periods
extreme
scarcity
famine
among
Algonquian
tribes,
but
they
can
also
manifest
non-famine
contexts.
assumes
diverse
forms
meanings
across
various
cultures,
encompassing
ritualistic,
sacrificial,
or
survival
Acknowledging
these
nuances
paramount
avoiding
perpetuating
harmful
stereotypes
appreciating
practices
specific
cultures.
Engaging
discussions
necessitates
sensitivity
respect
beliefs
foster
open
dialogue
enhance
cross-cultural
understanding.
Although
disorders,
not
exclusively
rooted
mental
illness.
Factors
substance
abuse,
antisocial
traits,
environmental
upbringing
contribute
acts.
In
some
cases,
be
linked
instincts
stemming
from
trauma
abuse.
Therefore,
vital
distinguish
between
understand
their
underlying
motivations.
Analyzing
fantasies
psychoanalytic
perspective
involves
exploring
mechanisms
melancholia
oral
fixation,
shedding
light
on
underpinnings
thoughts
urges.
Moreover,
influence
media
portrayals
public
perceptions
cannot
underestimated.
Sensationalism
romanticization
popular
culture
distort
our
understanding
motivations
states
involved
essence,
remains
intriguing
multidimensional
topic
entrenched
complexities.
A
comprehensive
multidisciplinary
approach,
taking
account
how
context,
experiences,
societal
dimensions
shape
human
behavior
comprehension
condition.
To
navigate
this
complex
subject
respect,
essential
recognize
behind
behavior,
whether
context
other
practices.
Язык: Английский
Depression and personality disorders among incarcerated offenders convicted of impulsive versus premeditated homicide
Journal of Forensic Psychiatry and Psychology,
Год журнала:
2023,
Номер
34(5-6), С. 502 - 520
Опубликована: Сен. 27, 2023
ABSTRACTDepression
and
personality
disorders,
such
as
Borderline
Personality
Disorder
Antisocial
Disorder,
have
been
identified
common
factors
among
homicide
offenders.
However,
existing
research
often
adopts
a
limited
categorical
approach
treats
offenders
homogeneous
group.
In
this
study,
we
utilized
dimensional
to
investigate
the
differences
in
depression
disorders
between
impulsive
premeditated
A
total
of
83
offenders,
aged
20–74
(45
38
offenders),
from
two
prisons
Poland
participated
study.
They
completed
three
questionnaires
assessing
using
both
approaches.
No
significant
were
found
groups,
suggesting
that
type
alone
should
not
guide
clinical
decision-making.
demonstrated
relatively
higher
levels
Detachment
Psychoticism,
well
above
cut-off
depressive
symptoms.
These
findings
tentatively
suggest
Psychoticism
domains
may
play
an
important
role
Considering
study's
sample
size
utilization
abbreviated
instruments,
more
comprehensive
exploration
future
studies
refined
measures
seems
warranted.
Moreover,
high
prevalence
symptoms
their
associations
with
PD
traits
emphasizes
need
for
prioritize
investigation
within
group.KEYWORDS:
Murderhomicidedepressionpersonality
disordersinmates
Disclosure
statementNo
potential
conflict
interest
was
reported
by
authors.Notes1.
Although
responses
SCID
are
symptom-counts
rather
than
continuous,
Pearson's
correlation
because
significance
its
results
did
differ
Spearman's
correlation.Additional
informationFundingThe
study
partially
founded
National
Science
Centre
(UMO-2021/42/E/HS6/00018)
Язык: Английский