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Locura is the common term use in the United States and Latin American to denote a recurring form of psychosis.

Symptoms The symptoms of Locura can sometimes include: an inability to have proper socially interactions, a tendency to be erratic, incoherent, and agitated leading to aggression. Cases also can include both auditory and visual hallucinations. (DSM) These symptoms are similar to those found in Schizophreniform. Some symptoms of Schizophreniform Disorder include odd or strange behavior such as pacing, walking in circles, or writing constantly. Possible Causes Studies show young hispanic children have a higher rate of anxiety. Not just anxiety but a 'fear of Locura'; they are anxious about the fact if they have anxiety psychotic symptoms may follow. (Valera) It may also have some inheritance factors associated with it as well. (psychforums) Treatment Medicine or 'faith healing' has not been found to help these symptoms, but contact with a shaman of their own culture seems to have positive results. (Pineros)