Answer: D) pibloktoq
One of the culture-bound syndromes is described as extreme excitement with verbal and physical violence for up to 30 minutes and then convulsions and a short coma. Which of the following is the name of this problem?
A) taijin kyofusho
B) qi-gong psychotic reaction
C) zar
D) pibloktoq
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