A distinctive dissociative state that is not found in Western cultures is .
A) amok
B) exorcism
C) trance
D) voodoo

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Amok is a culturally specific syndrome found in Southeast Asia, particularly among the Malay people, characterized by a sudden outburst of unrestrained violence and aggression, often followed by amnesia about the event. This dissociative episode is not commonly found in Western cultures, making it a unique psychological phenomenon.

A Distinctive Dissociative State That Is Not Found in Western