The Chains of Mental Illness in West Africa
In parts of West Africa, religious retreats set up camps for people with mental illnesses, where patients are frequently shackled and prayer is often the only treatment. [Source]
Publication Date:Origin: nytimes.com
Category: Mental Health and Disorders
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