ABSTRACT
This chapter presents a number of case reports from the diverse Muslim communities in the world. This collection of case reports are categories according to the presentation of symptoms of evil eye, Jinn possession, magic/witchcraft and satanic whisperings of Waswâs al-Qahri. There is the case report of a young lady who exemplifies the complex relationships between evil eye, Jinn possession and black magic or witchcraft. Details of some locations have been changed to preserve anonymity. A summary of her story verbatim is presented to illustrate the complexities of the case. In most of the case reports there are clear diagnoses of evil eye, Jinn possession and witchcraft. However, no medical or psychosocial causes are identified, not responding to medical or psychiatric treatment, and the symptoms are persistent and/or increasing in intensity. For cases of evil eye, individuals seldom use the mental health and counselling services and it is rare to see these cases in clinical practice. Most of the cases are derived from clinical experiences and self-reports. Where the case reports have been adapted, the sources are fully acknowledged. In most of the cases reported, the individuals were treated with spiritual interventions. Some cases are fundamentally psychological in nature and are treated effectively by both pharmacological and psychosocial interventions. These case reports provide a valuable clinical perspective in diagnostic and management challenges.
