Boanthropy
Boanthropy (pronounced: bo-an-thropy) is a psychological disorder in which a human believes himself to be a bovine. The term is derived from the Greek words bos, meaning "ox", and anthropos, meaning "man".
Etymology
The term "Boanthropy" is derived from the Greek bos, meaning "ox", and anthropos, meaning "man". It was first used in the context of a psychological disorder by the ancient Greek historian Herodotus, who described the case of King Nebuchadnezzar II of Babylon, who was said to have lived as an ox for seven years.
Symptoms and Diagnosis
The primary symptom of boanthropy is the belief that one is a bovine. This belief may manifest in a variety of behaviors, such as grazing on grass, walking on all fours, or refusing to eat anything but what a bovine would eat. Diagnosis of boanthropy is typically made through a combination of psychological evaluation and observation of the individual's behavior.
Treatment
Treatment for boanthropy typically involves psychotherapy, specifically cognitive-behavioral therapy. This form of therapy aims to help the individual recognize and change thought patterns that lead to problematic behaviors. In some cases, medication may also be used to manage any underlying mental health conditions, such as depression or anxiety, that may be contributing to the individual's boanthropy.
Related Terms
- Clinical lycanthropy: A rare psychiatric syndrome that involves a delusion that the affected person can transform into, has transformed into, or is a non-human animal.
- Zoanthropy: A term used in psychiatry to refer to the delusion of a person who believes they have turned into an animal.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Boanthropy
- Wikipedia's article - Boanthropy
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