Indonesians with Mental Illness Placed in Cages, Chained

An estimated 30,000 Indonesians with mental illness are placed in cages and chained because of stigma and lack of access to treatment. Last year, the government’s department of mental health announced “Meuju Bebas Pasung,” a roadmap to free people in chains. Although officials have worked to reach communities and raise awareness, the task is difficult because mental health remains low on the government’s list of priorities. (Globalpost, 9/12/11)

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