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Pathways to care for psychosis in rural Uganda: Mixed-methods study of individuals with psychosis, family members, and local leaders

Yang Jae Lee
Scholastic Ashaba
Rauben Kazungu
Jason A. Wykoff
Haba Ingabire
Robert A. Rosenheck
Kayera Sumaya Nakaziba
S. E. Samuel
Kavitha Menon
Olivia Hobbs
Job Basiimwa
Sophie Waimon
Grace Agwang
Aaron Damon Dyas
Travor Nkolo
Alexander C. Tsai

20242 citationsOpen accessUganda Christian University

Abstract

Despite a preference for biomedical care, structural barriers and diverse illness perceptions led many to seek pluralistic care pathways. Enhancing access to biomedical services and integrating traditional and faith healers could improve mental health outcomes in rural Uganda.

Research topics

Mental Health Treatment and Access
Mental Health and Psychiatry
Complementary and Alternative Medicine Studies

Sustainable Development Goals

No Poverty

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DOI: 10.1017/gmh.2024.143

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