Genie possession, scientifically known as hysteria, is a phenomenon that often occurs among teenagers. In reality, happenings like this harm and damage the victim's psychology. Extensive analysis is critical to solving this problem. Hence, this research intended to identify the leading causes and factors that contribute to hysteria. It aimed to find a solution to this problem, which is becoming more prevalent. This study used qualitative and quantitative methods through data collection instruments and content analysis. The results of this study revealed that most hysteria occurrences are among school teenagers who have personal problems. The conclusions also confirmed that most teenage respondents have internal issues related to Allah SWT. After a comprehensive analysis of the fundamental concept of Islamic medicine, the researcher realised that Islam had established clear guidelines to protect human beings from all kinds of disturbances by demons, jinn and devils. Unfortunately, not all the guidelines are known to educators and students. The lack of Islamic practice is the top cause of hysteria among them. This research is germane because it can assist policymakers in discovering and elucidating the growing symptoms of hysteria, especially among school students. Through this breakdown, the stakeholders can strengthen the education system by teaching Islamic medical education to educators. These endeavours will lower the symptoms of hysteria among students and teachers. Ultimately, executing it relieves the cases of superstition, black magic, witchcraft, and hysteria among school and college students.
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