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The role of traditional healers and barriers to collaboration with biomedical providers in mental health service delivery in Wakiso district, Uganda: a qualitative study

2026Open accessMakerere University

Abstract

Traditional healers are actively involved in mental health service provision in Uganda. Collaboration between traditional healers and biomedical practitioners could be enhanced by various stakeholders including policy makers recognising the contribution of traditional medicine, ensuring inclusive mental health policies, and increased resources for mental health research.

Research topics

  • Mental Health Treatment and Access
  • Complementary and Alternative Medicine Studies
  • Indigenous Health, Education, and Rights

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DOI: 10.1186/s12913-026-14170-5

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