VOICED : Mentally ill in Indonesia languish in shackles

The video discusses the dire state of mental health care in Indonesia, where faith healing centers often shackle individuals believed to be possessed. Despite the illegality of shackling, it remains prevalent due to a lack of psychiatric facilities and resources. The story of Wasp, a young woman confined due to inadequate local mental health services, exemplifies these challenges. The government has pledged to eliminate shackling, but progress is slow, prompting rights groups to demand faster action.

What is the primary reason families leave their relatives in Indonesian faith healing centers?

• To find employment

• To access educational opportunities

• To receive modern medical treatment

• To cure perceived possession by evil spirits

What is a significant challenge faced by Indonesians with mental health conditions?

• Lack of educational resources

• Limited access to psychiatric hospitals

• High cost of living

• Scarcity of food supplies

Why is Wasp locked up in a coat shed?

• Her parents want to protect her from running away

• She is being punished for a crime

• She is studying for exams

• She is hiding from the authorities

How long has shackling been illegal in Indonesia?

• Nearly 40 years

• 30 years

• 20 years

• 10 years

What are rights groups advocating for in Indonesia regarding shackling?

• More faith healing centers

• Increased use of shackling

• A permanent end to shackling

• Slower implementation of laws