Trance and Possession Disorder With Dissociative-Psychotic Overlap: A Clinical Case Report
Cureus April 8, 2026 Christian David Galindo, Victor Agudelo, Ivan Ramirez Blanco et al.
Trance and possession disorder (TPD) is a complex and culturally influenced condition characterized by alterations in consciousness, identity, and behavior, often posing diagnostic challenges in clinical psychiatry. We report the case of a young woman who presented with a 12-hour history of visual and auditory hallucinations, disorganized speech, and aggressive behavior toward her partner,...
DOI: 10.7759/cureus.106654 (opens in new tab)
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Trance
Biopsychosocial model
Context archaeology
Amnesia
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