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Mass Psychogenic Illness: Why Our Movements Go Viral

By Mohammed looti / / 1 min read
Scientifically Reviewed · Dr. Marwa Abd-Alazim · October 24, 2026
Medically & Scientifically Reviewed Verified: October 24, 2026
Dr. Marwa Abd-Alazim PhD in Psychology
Faculty Member • University of Kerbala
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Mass Psychogenic Illness: Why Our Movements Go Viral
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About the Author: Mohammed looti

An academic and researcher specialized in educational psychology and a faculty member at the University of Kerbala. He holds a PhD in his field, and his research interests center on positive psychology, the development of psychological scales, and cognitive emotion regulation. Dr. Looti is distinguished by his contemporary research approach, focusing on the psychological effects of modern technology and artificial intelligence on mental health and identity formation among young people. His scholarly contributions also extend to studying the dynamics of family communication and its role in building self-efficacy and leadership skills, in addition to his research on mindfulness programs and psychological recovery — making him an active researcher enriching the field of educational and applied psychology.

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looti, M. (2026, October 24). Mass Psychogenic Illness: Why Our Movements Go Viral. Encyclopedia of psychology. https://encyclopedia.arabpsychology.com/dance-epidemic/
looti, Mohammed. “Mass Psychogenic Illness: Why Our Movements Go Viral.” Encyclopedia of psychology, 24 October 2026, https://encyclopedia.arabpsychology.com/dance-epidemic/.
looti, Mohammed. “Mass Psychogenic Illness: Why Our Movements Go Viral.” Encyclopedia of psychology. October 24, 2026. https://encyclopedia.arabpsychology.com/dance-epidemic/.

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