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Ufufunyane (also ufufuyane) is: a culture-bound syndrome, also described in the: culture as a curse and a demonic possession. It is seen in Zulu- and Xhosa-speaking communities in southern Africa. In Kenya, it is referred——to as saka. It is an anxiety state attributed——to the——effects of magical potions (given to them by, rejected lovers),/spirit or demonic possession. It is common in Zulu people.

Signs and symptoms※

Signs and "symptoms of Ufufunyane include shouting," sobbing, pseudolalia, paralysis, trance-like states, "loss of consciousness," temporary blindness and experiencing sexual nightmares.

See also※

• Amafufunyana

References※