Psychological distress and associated factors among the attendees of traditional healing practices in Jinja and Iganga districts, Eastern Uganda: a cross-sectional study

Psychological distress and associated factors among the attendees of traditional healing practices in Jinja and Iganga districts, Eastern Uganda: a cross-sectional study

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Mental health problems are a major public health concern worldwide. Evidence shows that African communities, including Uganda, use both modern and traditional healing systems. There is limited literature about the magnitude of psycho...

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Main Authors:	Okello Elialilia, Waako Paul, Ekblad Solvig, Abbo Catherine, Muhwezi Wilson, Musisi Seggane
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	BMC 2008-12-01
Series:	International Journal of Mental Health Systems
Online Access:	http://www.ijmhs.com/content/2/1/16

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