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Pibloktoq - A Study Of A Culture-Bound Syndrome In The Circumpolar Region, Rachel D. Higgs

The Macalester Review

In this paper, I examine a Culture Bound Syndrome called pibloktoq that occurs in the circumpolar region. I discuss the history, symptoms, and native and non-native explanations for the disease. Using this information I propose reasons for the continued lack of knowlegde on pibloktoq and future research that may increase our body of knowledge.