Spiritual possession is a relatively common phenomenon across many cultures, including in Nepal, where illness is often attributed to possession and people seek treatment from traditional healers. These healers typically lack medical training, which may lead to serious illnesses being inadequately managed. Nevertheless, the authors suggest that traditional healers might have a role in patient care.
Spiritual possession is a common phenomenon worldwide, and in Nepal it is frequently cited as a cause of illness, leading people to seek treatment from traditional healers rather than medical professionals. Traditional healers often lack medical training, which may result in serious illnesses not being properly managed. However, they may still have a role in patient care.