The Take: What is the role of traditional healers in South Africa?
Al Jazeera
In South Africa, traditional healers outnumber psychologists. So, what does that mean for mental health?
Seeking traditional healers in South Africa has grown as a popular method for dealing with mental health issues. They have come a long way – from being criminalised to being preferred by many today over psychologists. An Al Jazeera reporter discovers and experiences the methods of traditional healers and what it means for mental health.
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This episode was produced by Khaled Soltan. With Sarí el-Khalili, and me Kevin Hirten in for Malika Bilal. It was edited by Amy Walters.
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