<i>Izilwane, imikhovu</i> and <i>izimpaka</i> – mythical creatures as explanations of illness
Keywords:
familiars, sorcerers, mythical creatures, illness
Abstract
A linear, cause-and-effect reasoning for many of the events, occurrences and illnesses seen in the technological world of the 21st century is instilled through Western medical education. Our logical reasoning becomes so ingrained that we may become automatically dismissive of mystical or mythical reasoning on behalf of our patients.
Published
2016-03-14
Section
Peripheralia
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