Some mental ailments, such as those considered to be anxiety and depression in industrialized societies, are treated successfully by __________ in Yoruba and Inuit society.

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In Yoruba and Inuit societies, some mental ailments are treated successfully by ritual practitioners. These practitioners use traditional healing methods such as divination, prayer, and herbal medicines to address mental health issues. Confinement, shunning, and similar methods are not typically used to treat mental health conditions in these cultures.

Some Mental Ailments, Such as Those Considered to Be Anxiety