Considering the neurobiological effects of female genital cutting (2008)
This study is a Exploratory research regarding All FGM/C with the following characteristics:
Author(s): Einstein Gillian
FGM/C Type(s): All
Health area of focus: Neuropsychological.
Objective: To look at how the brain and spinal cord are affected by FGM/C given that most types of FGM/C include excision of the clitoris which is highly innervated by nerves and their endings
Study Population: Relied on articles
Findings: The study concluded that a neurobiological analysis may help in understanding how cultural practices inscribe meaning on central nervous system structures,affecting mind as well as body
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