英語版
英語版です、AIって便利。それで？っていう単語はAndなんって、勉強になりました。英語苦手ですが今は機械が一瞬でなんとかしてくれる。機械ってすごいですね。細かいニュアンスは変わってしまいますが、コミュニケーションエラーを頻発した私としては原文の誤差七割であれば十分だど考えます。こちらもイグノーベルに提出します。看護研究小論文の方も完成したらこちらにアップします。ハーバード大学にメールするだけなら一般人でもできるそうなのでチャレンジしてみたい。またその経験をkindle出版につなげたい。『猫は個体か液体か』の論文でイグノーベルを好きになりました。
The Psychological Effects of a Ritual in Which Intrusive Thoughts Are Pulled Out Like Daikon Radishes, Weakened with Drums and Torches, and Ultimately Reintegrated Through Embracing:
A Case Study of a Creative Individual with Probable ASD/ADHD Traits Raised Under Showa‑Era Patriarchal Norms
Title: Undecided (as of 2026/05/25 22:06)
I. Background
The subject of this study (i.e., the author herself) is assumed to possess self‑diagnosed neurodevelopmental traits consistent with high‑intensity ASD and moderate ADHD. This assumption is based solely on personal observation and has not been confirmed by a medical professional.
But for the sake of this research, we will proceed with this premise.
These traits tend to produce:
hyperfocus on negative information
hypersensitivity to ambiguous social evaluation
emotional volatility
a strong internalized need to be “correct”
Together, these factors amplify ruminative and self‑denigrating thought patterns.
Furthermore, the subject grew up in a region strongly influenced by Showa‑era patriarchal norms, internalized the moral doctrine of a new religious movement (“be righteous”), and was raised under gender expectations that “women should be modest.”
Within such a cultural context, creative expression was implicitly framed as “showing off” or “stepping out of line.”
As a result of these intersecting influences, intrusive thoughts frequently appeared in the subject’s mind as black, amorphous, personality‑invading masses.
II. Intervention Method
The subject spontaneously constructed the following internal characters:
The Boss: responsible for yanking out intrusive thoughts “like pulling up a daikon radish.”
The Observer: embodiment of logic, structure, and emotional neutrality.
The Commander: responsible for practical decision‑making.
The Hermit: drinks alcohol and offers life commentary.
Cognitive Distortion: in charge of distortions (self‑aware).
Drum Team & Torch Team: represented by the subject’s inner child (age 5) and inner creator (age 7), supported by the “Self‑Care Trio.”
(There are more members, but explaining them all is exhausting.
For details, please read the author’s other work “AI and Me,” especially Chapter 15 and the bonus essay.
Or don’t. It’s fine either way. Let’s move on.)
The intervention followed these steps:
Intrusive thought appears.
The Boss captures it using the “Daikon‑Pulling Method.”
Everyone moves to the nighttime ritual grounds.
The intrusive thought is tied to a wooden stake; drums and torches are prepared.
The Observer interrogates it.
Once weakened, the intrusive thought is held and reintegrated through physical affection.
This process represents an unprecedented hybrid model combining:
Narrative Therapy × Internal Family Systems (IFS) × Shamanistic Ritual × ASD‑Driven Need for Structure × ADHD‑Driven Immersive Imagination.
III. Case Report (Narrative Format)
◆ Intrusive Thought Appears, Full of Energy
“No one thinks this is interesting.”
“Readers are disgusted.”
“Everyone thinks you’re creepy.”
“You’re just a pathetic housewife.”
A sticky black mass mutters inside my head.
“Oh, here we go again.”
I turn around.
“Boss—your turn.”
A massive shadow emerges from behind the sliding door.
“Yo.”
Huge.
Unnecessarily huge.
Today he’s wearing a black tracksuit, which somehow increases the intimidation factor.
“Another one?”
“Today’s theme is ‘All Readers Are Horrified.’”
“Got it.”
He peers into my mind.
“There you are.”
POP.
“GYAAAAAAAH!?”
The intrusive thought is pulled out like a daikon radish.
◆ Ritual Begins in the Nighttime Square
A wooden stake stands in the center.
It’s always there.
No one knows why.
The Boss drags the intrusive thought by the scruff of its neck.
“Tie it up.”
“WAIT WAIT WAIT—!!”
It is wrapped tightly with rope.
The Boss is muscular; escape is impossible.
“Torches, please.”
The Commander gives instructions; the Self‑Care Trio prepares efficiently.
“Drums, please.”
“We’ll do the don‑doko!”
The five‑year‑old and seven‑year‑old versions of me begin drumming.
Don‑doko don‑doko.
The atmosphere resembles a suspicious ritual from the TV show TRICK.
◆ The Observer Interrogates
I crouch in front of the intrusive thought.
“So?”
“…What?”
“What do you want to say today?”
“Y‑you’re hated by everyone!!”
“And?”
“You have no talent!! Quit!!”
“And?”
“You’re just a housewife!! Unemployed!!”
“And?”
“You can’t read the room!! You’re creepy!!”
“And?”
“You can’t stick to a diet for more than a day!! Failure!!”
“And?”
“…Huh?”
“And?”
“…Nothing else.”
“I see.”
The crowd murmurs.
“Skewer it?”
“Burn it?”
“Boil it?”
“Full course?”
The intrusive thought turns pale.
◆ Transformation into a Small Goblin
Pop.
It shrinks to a three‑head‑tall figure, about 90 cm.
“UWAAAAAAAH!!”
The Observer approaches, sighing, and unties it.
He pats its back gently.
“Are you done?”
He looks at me.
Honestly, I want to continue, but if I go further I’ll fall into darkness.
The intrusive thought is lucky today.
I open my arms.
“Come here.”
It refuses.
Clinging to the Observer.
So I forcibly peel it off—
years of lifting my children have kept my arm strength intact.
I cradle it like a baby.
“There, there.”
It trembles.
“You… might get hated… you might get hurt… you’re weird…”
I smile.
“You were trying to protect me. Just… in a very clumsy way.”
It sobs, saying I’ve always cried like this.
That was when I was small.
I’m forty now.
Age doesn’t matter?
True.
Adults cry too.
“Come again.”
“…Is that okay?”
“Yeah. You’ll come anyway, right?”
It nods, then dissolves into sand.
After 35 years of suffering from intrusive thoughts,
I performed this ritual every day for 21 days.
On day 22, the intrusive thought began appearing as a three‑head‑tall red goblin, saying:
“Boss, I’ve brought today’s negative thoughts. How would you like them?”
Thus, the intrusive thoughts shifted into informational, non‑invasive presentations.
IV. Discussion
1. ASD Traits: Externalization as Cognitive Structuring
For individuals with strong ASD tendencies, assigning roles and characters to emotions serves as a method of organizing internal chaos.
The Observer and Commander functioned as internalized prefrontal cortex analogues.
2. ADHD Traits: Ritual as Emotional Discharge
Drums, fire, and circular movement align well with ADHD’s immersive imagination, facilitating cathartic emotional release.
3. Neuroscience: Amygdala–Prefrontal Cooperation
Ritual imagery calmed the amygdala,
while externalization strengthened prefrontal meaning‑making.
The “goblin transformation” symbolizes this shift.
4. Culture: Showa‑Era Gender Norms Intensified Self‑Denial
“Women should be modest” and “Don’t stand out” clashed with creative expression, amplifying rumination.
5. Religion: Internalized Moral Doctrine Strengthened Perfectionism
Teachings from the new religious movement reinforced ASD‑driven rule adherence, increasing sensitivity to criticism.
6. Integration: Internal Characters as Mediators
The Boss and Observer compensated for culturally suppressed self‑regulation, enabling emotional processing.
V. Conclusion
This study suggests that a highly unconventional method—
a ritualistic internal character council—
may effectively address the complex interplay of:
ASD/ADHD traits
Showa‑era cultural norms
religious moral frameworks
neuroscience
psychology
While generalization is impossible,
the approach aligns remarkably well with the spirit of the Ig Nobel Prize.
The subject intends to refine this into a formal nursing research paper.
Recent discussions on amygdala hyperactivation and “emotional firestorms” inspired this work.
Humans cannot stop feeling fear; the brain is programmed that way.
But if early “emotional fire suppression” is possible,
the cost may be lower.
This intervention is a personalized program created with AI support,
and this form is the one that resonates most deeply with the subject.
