Knowledge and attitude towards epilepsy among rural residents in southern Ethiopia: a cross-sectional study

Knowledge and attitude towards epilepsy among rural residents in southern Ethiopia: a cross-sectional study

Abstract Background Although epilepsy is one of the most prevalent neurological problems, it is highly surrounded by stigma and prejudice, which results in negative attitude towards the illness. Due to numerous misconceptions and beliefs attributed towards epilepsy, most people in rural communities...

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Main Authors: Alemayehu Molla, Birhanie Mekuriaw, Endashaw Habtamu, Moges Mareg
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-02-01
Series:BMC Public Health
Subjects:
Attitude
Epilepsy
Ethiopia
Knowledge
Rural communities
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-021-10467-8

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