Question
If Cecilia Steyn’s “divine mission” claims were assessed by a sangoma and a psychiatrist, which conflict would arise under Section 78?
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The sangoma would diagnose ancestral possession; the psychiatrist would attribute it to delusional disorder, creating legal ambiguity.
Both would concur on schizophrenia, ensuring a unanimous unfit-to-stand-trial ruling.
Cultural interpretations override DSM-5 criteria in South African courts.
Traditional healers are barred from forensic assessments under the CPA.
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SELECT THE CORRECT ANSWER
The sangoma would diagnose ancestral possession; the psychiatrist would attribute it to delusional disorder, creating legal ambiguity.
Both would concur on schizophrenia, ensuring a unanimous unfit-to-stand-trial ruling.
Cultural interpretations override DSM-5 criteria in South African courts.
Traditional healers are barred from forensic assessments under the CPA.
Clear answer
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GPT-4o mini
The correct answer is: **The sangoma would diagnose ancestral possession; the psychiatrist would attribute it to delusional disorder, creating legal ambiguity.**