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Mental Health Stigma in Nigeria: The Cultural Perception of Mental Illness as Demon Possession

Introduction Mental health issues are a global concern, but in many parts of the world, including Nigeria, cultural and religious beliefs continue to shape the way mental illness is perceived and treated. In Nigeria, mental health disorders are often attributed to supernatural forces such as demon possession, witchcraft, or divine punishment. As a result, individualsContinue reading “Mental Health Stigma in Nigeria: The Cultural Perception of Mental Illness as Demon Possession”