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Routledge - The Yoruba Traditional Healers of Nigeria Book

Name: Routledge - The Yoruba Traditional Healers of Nigeria Book
Brand: Routledge
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Explore the deep connection between culture and wellness with The Yoruba Traditional Healers of Nigeria. Published by Routledge, this academic work offers a detailed examination of the counseling approaches and specific techniques used by traditional healers within Nigeria. By looking at how these healers operate within the Yoruba cultural milieu, the book provides a unique perspective on how social environments shape medical practices. This study uses primary data gathered through interviews and videotape recordings. The findings were analyzed by a Nigerian researcher from the Yoruba ethnic group, ensuring an authentic understanding of the subject matter. The research supports the idea that culture is a major factor in determining the healing methods and counseling techniques used by both traditional healers and modern professionals. This book is an essential resource for students and researchers interested in African studies, anthropology, and sociology.

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Examines specific counseling approaches and techniques used by Yoruba traditional healers in Nigeria.

Analyzes the functions performed by healers when working within the Yoruba cultural milieu.

Provides research based on direct information gathered through interviews and videotape recordings.

Features analysis conducted by a Nigerian woman from the Yoruba ethnic group for cultural accuracy.

Supports the premise that culture influences the healing methods used by professionals and traditional healers.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0415945801
Category: Books > Subjects > Biography > Medical, Legal & Social Sciences > Anthropology & Sociology
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 16 February 2004
Listed Since: 09 February 2007

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