The belief in the transmigration of souls as a presenting symptom of generalized anxiety disorder in a military setting

Psychopathology. 1995;28(3):158-60. doi: 10.1159/000284915.

Abstract

Transmigration of souls is one of the central beliefs of the Druze religion and culture. However, in rare cases this belief can represent psychopathology. A case of an 18-year-old Druze soldier suffering from generalized anxiety disorder whose presenting symptom was a belief in transmigration of souls is described. This case illustrates the interaction between cultural and religious beliefs with psychopathology.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Anxiety Disorders / diagnosis
  • Anxiety Disorders / psychology*
  • Delusions / psychology*
  • Humans
  • Israel
  • Jews / psychology*
  • Male
  • Military Personnel / psychology*
  • Religion and Psychology*