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Therapy managing in Botswana.

D I Ben-Tovim

    The Australian and New Zealand Journal of Psychiatry
    |March 1, 1985
    PubMed
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    Patients in developing countries navigate diverse healthcare systems, often using informal social groups to decide on treatments. This study explores "therapy managing" through experiences in Botswana

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    Area of Science:

    • Medical Anthropology
    • Global Health
    • Psychiatric Care Systems

    Background:

    • Developing countries feature multiple, often conflicting, healthcare systems.
    • Patient care-seeking behavior involves navigating these diverse options.
    • Understanding patient choice is crucial for effective health interventions.

    Observation:

    • Patients utilize various healers, sometimes concurrently or sequentially.
    • An informal social group, termed 'therapy managing,' influences healthcare decisions.
    • This group dynamic shapes the patient's treatment pathway.

    Findings:

    • Therapy managing describes the collective decision-making process for healthcare.
    • The author's psychiatric program in Botswana highlighted the impact of these groups.

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  • Patient interactions with their managing groups are central to treatment adherence.

    • Implications:

    • Healthcare strategies must consider the social context of patient decision-making.
    • Community-based programs can be more effective when engaging with therapy managing groups.
    • Further research into cultural factors influencing health-seeking behavior is warranted.