Archaeologists have found skulls from as long ago as 3000 B.C.E.that bear evidence of an ancient surgical technique,whereby holes were cut into the skulls of live individuals in an attempt to release demons from the possessed victim.This process is called__________.

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Trephining is a surgical method used in ancient times by cutting holes into the skull of live individuals as a way of treating various ailments such as epilepsy, migraines or to release demons from possessed victims. Evidence of the practice can be seen in the skulls of individuals dating back to 3000 B.C.E. Drilling is a similar technique, but not historically associated with exorcisms or the release of demons. Humors are fluids believed in ancient medical practice to influence an individual's health. Exorcism is a religious practice for expelling evil spirits from a person or place and not a surgical procedure.

Archaeologists Have Found Skulls from as Long Ago as 3000