Demonic Foes: My Twenty-Five Years as a Psychiatrist Investigating Possessions, Diabolic Attacks, and the Paranormal

Dr. Richard Gallagher, a renowned psychiatrist, has written a book titled "Demonic Foes" that delves into the hidden world of exorcisms and his own transformation from cynic to believer over the course of his twenty-five-year career. Gallagher has studied demonic activity and exorcisms throughout history and has witnessed more cases than any other psychiatrist in the world today. The book shares true-life tales of demonic possession, including cases of a professional who claimed her spiritualist mother had "assigned" her a spirit, a petite woman who threw a 200-pound Lutheran deacon across the room, and "Julia," the so-called Satanic queen and self-described witch, who exhibited the most harrowing case.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 24 November 2022
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

Renowned psychiatrist Dr. Richard Gallagher delves into the enigmatic realm of exorcisms, shedding light on the hidden world of spiritual possession. Over his illustrious twenty-five-year career, Gallagher has witnessed an extraordinary array of cases, transforming from a skeptic to a believer. The journey begins when Gallagher receives a peculiar request from a resolute Catholic priest to examine a woman suspected of being possessed. Upon meeting her, he is astounded by her extraordinary abilities. She possesses a remarkable ability to discern hidden weaknesses, even those of individuals who have been kept secret from the world. Gallagher is astonished to discover that she possesses knowledge of events that have occurred in the past, including the untimely death of his own mother, who battled ovarian cancer. Furthermore, she displays fluency in multiple languages, including Latin, only when in a trance. Gallagher concludes that this is not mere psychosis but a manifestation of paranormal abilities. The woman in question is not mentally disturbed but rather possessed by a malevolent spirit. This remarkable case marks the beginning of a series of encounters with extraordinary phenomena. Gallagher's expertise has made him a sought-after figure among leaders of various faiths, including ministers, priests, rabbis, and imams. He has dedicated a quarter-century to studying demonic activity and exorcisms across different cultures and historical periods, accumulating an unparalleled number of cases. In this captivating book, Gallagher shares his most renowned cases for the first time. Among them are the stories of a professional who believed her spiritualist mother had assigned her a spirit that turned against her, a petite woman who effortlessly threw a 200-pound deacon across a church hall, and "Julia," the notorious Satanic queen and self-proclaimed witch, who presented a case of possession that defied explanation. Beyond the realm of horror movies, Gallagher's work explores the spiritual dimensions and the complexities of human behavior. He sheds light on the psychological and emotional toll that possession can have on individuals and the intricate processes involved in exorcisms. Through his experiences, Gallagher offers insights into the nature of good and evil, faith, and the power of the human spirit. This captivating book is a testament to the resilience of the human mind and the boundless possibilities of the human spirit. It serves as a reminder that even in the darkest of times, there is always hope and the possibility of transformation. Dr. Richard Gallagher's journey from cynic to believer is a testament to the power of knowledge, compassion, and the unwavering pursuit of truth.

Weight: 200g
Dimension: 203 x 135 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780062876485