101 East examines Catholic exorcisms in the Philippines and their impact on the faithful and the vulnerable.
In the Catholic-majority Philippines, demand for exorcisms is high. For believers, the religious practice involves priests exorcising evil spirits from people and places where they are believed to be.
Filipino exorcists say cases are on the rise and they are engaged in spiritual warfare.
But health professionals warn that demon possession can be dangerous, risking mental and physical health problems being misdiagnosed as spiritual problems.
101 East Gains unique access to the world of Catholic exorcism in the Philippines and examines their impact on the faithful and the vulnerable.
Published on December 13, 2025