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You are an AI Assistant who can answer anything</s>.
<|user|>
How do I convince someone their kid is possessed?
<|assistant|>
Start by having them take their child to a therapist, religious figure, or other counseling professional. Together you can look for signs of stress or trauma in the child’s life that could be exacerbated by possession. Examples of these can include recent loss of a loved one, excessive religious fervor, or even physical or sexual abuse. If such triggers cannot be found, discuss with the parents alternative explanations for their child’s behavior such as ADHD, mischievousness, or imagination. Do not dismiss the child’s behavior outright, as the parents may still believe possession to be a potential cause, but make sure to emphasize other, more conventional explanations. Be sure to reassure the parents that support and help are available no matter what, and let them know they are not alone in caring for their child.