Healers : Persons who have cultural knowledge and training to relieve people of their physical and emotional afflictions according to their cultural beliefs. Healers may use physical approaches, spirituality, herbs, and other techniques.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Developing Cultural Competence in Disaster Mental Health Programs: Guiding Principles and Recommendations. Appendix E: Glossary, Maryland, USA 2003. http://store.samhsa.gov/shin/content/SMA03-3828/SM A03-3828.pdf, (Dzstr/ Mental Hlth - Amer) {817}