Perceived causes of child developmental disorder | Number | Percent |
---|---|---|
Spirit possession | 41 | 40.2 |
Sinful act | 28 | 27.5 |
Punishment from God | 26 | 25.5 |
Evil eye | 20 | 19.6 |
Curse/bewitchment | 10 | 9.8 |
Head injury | 31 | 30.4 |
Birth complications | 26 | 25.5 |
Epilepsy | 21 | 20.6 |
Pathogen/infectious cause | 12 | 11.8 |
Family history | 12 | 11.8 |
Drinking alcohol in pregnancy | 3 | 2.9 |
Chewing Catha edulis (khat) in pregnancy | 2 | 2.0 |