Acharya Prashant addresses the issue of superstition and belief in spirits, explaining that such phenomena are often psychological reactions to social suppression, lack of education, and emotional distress. He notes that individuals in marginalized or oppressed positions, particularly women in rural areas, may subconsciously use the pretense of spirit possession to express suppressed emotions, gain attention, or rebel against restrictive social norms. He critiques the practice of using 'fake' rituals to cure these individuals, suggesting that while they might provide temporary relief through a placebo effect, they do not address the root cause. He emphasizes that revealing the truth behind such tricks too abruptly can cause a relapse because the person's psychological need for the 'possession' remains unfulfilled.