Sociocultural representations of epilepsy in the Central African Republic: a door-to-door survey

ConclusionsEpilepsy misconceptions are highly prevalent in rural sub-Saharan Africa. Understanding misrepresentations is an essential phase to develop culturally appropriate interventional programs in order to improve medical treatment adherence, quality of life, and to decrease stigma. Campaigns to raise awareness are needed in urban and rural population to reduce misconception and combat stigmatization.
Source: Seizure - Category: Neurology Source Type: research