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Dev Med Child Neurol October 2022 PMID 35524350

'Impairments of the brain': Global South perspectives on childhood neurodevelopmental disability.

Femke Bannink Mbazzi, Elizabeth S Kawesa

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The overall discussions reflect strong support for the article, with comments like praising its focus on cultural nuances and community-based care, such as 'inviting all to consider cultural knowledge' and 'highlighting the importance of community networks.' The tone is informative and respectful, emphasizing the article's role in prompting a reevaluation of disability concepts in the Global South, which aligns with the positive scores for agreement and impact.

AgreementStrong agreement

Most discussions support the article's emphasis on cultural context and responsible use of biomedical labels, highlighting its importance in the Global South.

InterestHigh interest

Participants demonstrate high interest by engaging with the topic, noting its relevance to cultural understanding and healthcare approaches.

EngagementModerate engagement

While many posts express support and curiosity, they largely extend the conversation through sharing or summarizing the publication rather than deep critique, resulting in moderate engagement.

ImpactHigh impact

The discussions indicate that the publication resonates with researchers and practitioners focused on culturally relevant health strategies, suggesting it has significant influence in shaping views and practices.

Abstract in brief

  • The article highlights that in many African cultures, the concept of "disability" is not explicitly recognized, but there are terms for impairments related to body parts, which influences how neurodevelopmental conditions are understood and addressed.
  • It emphasizes the importance of considering cultural, family, and community contexts, along with issues like poverty and neocolonialism, when providing healthcare and designing public health initiatives for children with brain impairments in Uganda and similar settings.
  • The authors advocate for using biomedical diagnoses responsibly—ensuring they lead to culturally relevant support and strengthening existing community and family networks for better care and inclusion of children with neurodevelopmental disabilities.]
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OBUNTU BULAMU
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The paper ‘Global South perspectives on childhood neurodevelopmental disability’ published by our researchers @femkembazzi and @lizkawesa was selected as the Editor’s Choice in the latest issue of Developmental Medicine & Child Neurology https://t.co/QlVKxx3l4d https://t.co/gXQcprtLR9

Sep 21, 2022 · 3 likes · 1 share · 27 followers View post →
Mac Keith Press
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This invited review explores the constructs of childhood #disability in the Global South and invites all to consider cultural knowledge within the biopsychosocial approach @femkembazzi @lizkawesa https://t.co/5w6L7AwuKh

Sep 12, 2022 · 2 likes · 1 share · 2,057 followers View post →
kawesa liz
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‘Impairments of the brain’: Global South perspectives on childhood neurodevelopmental disability https://t.co/xt0sY5jUdF

May 12, 2022 · 1 like · 1 share · 24 followers View post →
Ped Neurology Briefs
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PubMed: 'Impairments of the brain': Global South perspectives on childhood neurodevelopmental disability https://t.co/gqzEDvaIif

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Mac Keith Press
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RT @lizkawesa: ‘Impairments of the brain’: Global South perspectives on childhood neurodevelopmental disability https://t.co/xt0sY5jUdF

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#DMCNpodcast by @femkembazzi and @lizkawesa Global South perspectives on childhood neurodevelopmental #disability https://t.co/U8Bps9BefF

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RT @obuntu_bulamu: The paper ‘Global South perspectives on childhood neurodevelopmental disability’ published by our researchers @femkembaz…

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OBUNTU BULAMU
@obuntu_bulamu · X

The paper ‘Global South perspectives on childhood neurodevelopmental disability’ published by our researchers @femkembazzi and @lizkawesa was selected as the Editor’s Choice in the latest issue of Developmental Medicine & Child Neurology https://t.co/QlVKxx3l4d https://t.co/gXQcprtLR9

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RT @mackeithpress: This invited review explores the constructs of childhood #disability in the Global South and invites all to consider cul…

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Mac Keith Press
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This invited review explores the constructs of childhood #disability in the Global South and invites all to consider cultural knowledge within the biopsychosocial approach @femkembazzi @lizkawesa https://t.co/5w6L7AwuKh

Sep 12, 2022 · 2 likes · 1 share · 2,057 followers View post →
Mac Keith Press
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#DMCNpodcast by @femkembazzi and @lizkawesa Global South perspectives on childhood neurodevelopmental #disability https://t.co/U8Bps9BefF

Jul 11, 2022 · 2,052 followers View post →
Mac Keith Press
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RT @lizkawesa: ‘Impairments of the brain’: Global South perspectives on childhood neurodevelopmental disability https://t.co/xt0sY5jUdF

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kawesa liz
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‘Impairments of the brain’: Global South perspectives on childhood neurodevelopmental disability https://t.co/xt0sY5jUdF

May 12, 2022 · 1 like · 1 share · 24 followers View post →
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Ped Neurology Briefs
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PubMed: 'Impairments of the brain': Global South perspectives on childhood neurodevelopmental disability https://t.co/gqzEDvaIif

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