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An Analysis Of South Africa’S Mental Health Legislation, Natalie Latoya Mccrea
An Analysis Of South Africa’S Mental Health Legislation, Natalie Latoya Mccrea
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If one were to measure a society’s health by its historical environment, then something can indeed be said of South Africa. This nation is known for its long abhorrent history with apartheid entrenched with a political and human rights struggle. In 1995, the world witnessed the evisceration of apartheid and the birth of a new democratic South Africa. In light of the struggle endured by a visible portion of the South African population, a question asked is, what about the forgotten and somewhat invisible individuals, those who suffer with mental illness. The purpose of this work is to discuss South …