Table 2 Perceived causes of mental illness
From: Perception and beliefs about mental illness among adults in Karfi village, northern Nigeria
Perceived cause | No.* (%) | Rank |
|---|---|---|
Misuse of drugs† | 88 (34.3) | 1 |
Divine punishment, God's will | 48 (18.8) | 2 |
Magic, spirit possession | 46 (18.0) | 3 |
Accidents/trauma | 30 (11.7) | 4 |
Heredity | 27 (10.5) | 5 |
Family conflicts/marital disharmony | 14 (5.5) | 6 |
Financial distress/poverty | 3 (1.2) | 7 |