While the neurological reprogramming of complex behavior is well documented even among earthly parasites (see Dicrocoelim; Entomophthora; Holy See; Sacculina; Toxoplasma; others), it should be emphasized that the cognitive abilities of infected "pilgrims" do not appear to be significantly impaired until infection renders them effectively immobile. Victim's remain capable of intelligent conversation, complex problem-solving, and other hallmarks of legally competent adults. Areas in which mental faculties are impaired--unsupported beliefs in mystical spirits, cryptic behaviors such as "speaking in tongues," and even self-destructive acts born of a desire to give up their lives for their "god"--are well within the pale of mainstream religious practices around the world. While the agent does p
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