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What do psychologists call disorders that are found only in particular cultures?

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Culture-bound syndromes are a form of psychological disorders that are found only in particular cultures.
For example, in Japanese culture, there is common disorders known as hikikomori which make many young and able Japanese men to fear going outside their house because of their desire to disconnect with society.
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