| Description |
1 online resource (xiii, 176 pages) : color illustrations |
| Contents |
Intro -- Preface -- Contents -- About the Editors -- List of Figures -- List of Tables -- Chapter 1: The Phenomenology of Dhat Syndrome -- 1.1 Introduction -- 1.2 Form and Content in the Phenomenology of Dhat Syndrome -- 1.3 The Cultural Roots of "Dhat" as Content in Phenomenology -- 1.4 Empirical Research on the Phenomenology of Dhat Syndrome -- 1.4.1 Observational Studies -- 1.4.2 Case Reports -- 1.5 A Synthesis of the Available Evidence on the Phenomenology of Dhat Syndrome -- 1.6 Implications of Phenomenology for the Nosology of Dhat Syndrome |
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1.7 Implications of Phenomenology for the Treatment of Dhat Syndrome -- 1.8 Conclusions -- References -- Chapter 2: Epidemiology of Dhat Syndrome -- 2.1 Introduction -- 2.2 Frequency -- 2.3 Distribution -- 2.4 Determinants -- 2.4.1 Gender -- 2.4.2 Socio-demographic Factors in Dhat Syndrome -- 2.5 Symptomatology -- 2.6 Conclusions and Future Directions -- References -- Chapter 3: Dhat Syndrome as a Diagnostic Category: The Nosological Struggle -- 3.1 Introduction -- 3.2 The Birth of Dhat Syndrome -- 3.3 Dhat Syndrome in International Classificatory System |
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3.4 Dhat Syndrome Diagnosis: Controversies -- 3.4.1 Cultural Boundaries (Is It Culture Bound?) -- 3.4.2 Overlapping Symptoms (Is It a Symptom of Depression?) -- 3.4.3 Lack of Objective Markers or Specific Criteria (Is It Non-specific?) -- 3.4.4 Evolving Cultural Perceptions (Is It Temporary?) -- 3.4.5 Alternative Explanations (Is It Somatization?) -- 3.5 Future Directions and Conclusion -- References -- Chapter 4: Dhat Syndrome in Indian Traditional Medicine -- 4.1 Introduction -- 4.2 Historical Concepts of Dhat Syndrome -- 4.2.1 Concepts in Ayurveda -- 4.3 Cultural Context of Dhat Syndrome |
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4.3.1 Islamic Concept of Dhat Syndrome -- 4.3.2 Buddhist View -- 4.3.3 Christian Philosophies -- 4.4 Etiology and Causative Factors -- 4.4.1 Traditional Concept -- 4.4.2 Modern Concept -- 4.4.3 Heat Fixation Theory -- 4.4.4 The Hollowing/Melting of Bones -- 4.4.5 Sex and Masturbation -- 4.4.6 Stress -- 4.5 Symptoms and Presentation -- 4.6 Treatment Approaches -- 4.6.1 Traditional Concept -- 4.6.2 Ayurvedic Treatments for Semen Loss -- 4.6.3 Vajikarana Therapy -- 4.6.4 Panchakarma -- 4.6.5 Modern Concept -- 4.7 Challenges in Treating Dhat Syndrome in Modern Medicine -- 4.8 Conclusion -- References |
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Chapter 5: Course and Outcome of Dhat Syndrome -- 5.1 Introduction -- 5.2 Age of Onset -- 5.3 Risk Factors -- 5.4 Comorbidities -- 5.5 Duration of Illness and Pathway of Care -- 5.6 Dropout Rates -- 5.7 Treatment of Dhat Syndrome -- 5.8 Prognosis -- 5.9 Conclusions -- References -- Chapter 6: Comorbidities Associated with Dhat Syndrome -- 6.1 Introduction -- 6.2 Epidemiology -- 6.3 Comorbidity -- 6.3.1 Dhat Syndrome and Depression -- 6.3.1.1 Predisposition -- 6.3.1.2 Prevalence -- 6.3.1.3 Management -- 6.3.2 Dhat Syndrome and Somatoform Disorders -- 6.3.2.1 Predisposition -- 6.3.2.2 Prevalence -- 6.3.2.3 Management |
| Summary |
Dhat Syndrome is known as a culture-bound syndrome in South Asia. People with Dhat Syndrome often present with anxiety and distress related to semen loss. Multiple somatic and sexual symptoms often accompany this. The symptoms of Dhat Syndrome closely resemble other neurotic and stress-related disorders. Myths related to sexuality are often the core phenomenon in dhat syndrome, which is responsible for the generation of psychopathologyaddressing the myth's preliminary results in resolving psychopathology. However, many patients require pharmacological and psychological management. Due to strong cultural beliefs and associated myths, patients with Dhat Syndrome often reach out to traditional healers before getting the proper psychiatric consultation, further consolidating their myths and poor attitude toward treatment. However, Dhat Syndrome resembles a male entity; a similar entity is reported in females, where females attribute their non-pathological vaginal discharge to psychological distress. The pattern of symptoms has a significant resemblance with Dhat Syndrome in males. There is no standard book that exclusively discusses various aspects of Dhat Syndrome. This book examines the evolution of Dhat Syndrome to the current understanding of the disease and its management. Hence, this book will be unique and helpful for this disorder |
| Notes |
Description based upon print version of record |
| Subject |
Psychosexual disorders -- South Asia
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Psychosexual disorders -- Social aspects -- South Asia
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| Genre/Form |
Electronic books
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| Author |
Kar, Sujita Kumar.
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Arafat, S. M. Yasir.
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Menon, Vikas
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| ISBN |
9789819988709 |
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9819988705 |
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