Mental health in Somalia

[1] This has been attributed to the ongoing Somali Civil War, political instability, and natural disasters.

[1] In recent history, mental health services have consistently been neglected by government-run healthcare facilities.

[1] In Somalia, mental illness is often attributed to causes such as spirit possession, witchcraft and evil eye.

As a result, treatment may include exorcism and reciting verses from the Quran.

[1] It has been found that suicide and self-harm are more prevalent among Somali males than females.