Journal article
Health Services Delivery by Shamans
Abstract
Mental health services in Pakistan are still in the developing stages with less than 300 psychiatrists for a population of more than 140.5 million against the background of a low literacy rate, stigma, and the high cost of psychotropic medications that have disturbing side effects. Shamans are alternate therapists in whom people invest faith, and they approach shamans in growing numbers seeking cures from mental ill health. These therapists act …
Authors
Gadit AA
Journal
International Journal of Mental Health, Vol. 32, No. 2, pp. 63–83
Publisher
Taylor & Francis
Publication Date
June 2003
DOI
10.1080/00207411.2003.11449585
ISSN
0020-7411