Asked by shanee tolbert on May 11, 2024

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One religious practice from Brazil that conflicts with Western-based opinions regarding mental health is __________

A) mediumship.
B) peyotism.
C) Jainism.
D) ritual trance.

Mediumship

The practice of purportedly mediating communication between spirits of the dead and living human beings.

Western-Based

Approaches, methodologies, or perspectives that are rooted in or heavily influenced by Western culture and philosophies.

Mental Health

A state of well-being in which an individual realizes their own abilities, can cope with normal stresses of life, and can work and contribute to their community.

  • Elucidate on the cultural and historical relevance of altered states of consciousness.
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Anthony FinanMay 15, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Mediumship is a common religious practice in Brazil, where individuals communicate with spirits in a trance-like state. While Western-based opinions on mental health may view this as a symptom of mental illness, it is widely accepted and even valued in Brazilian culture as a way to connect with the spiritual realm.