Comorian schools face student malaise
Students experience fainting and behavioral issues, with explanations ranging from djinns to psychological distress.
Students in Comoros are experiencing unexplained malaise, including fainting spells and behavioral changes, leading to difficult situations for schools and families. While some attribute these episodes to djinns, others, like school heads, suspect simulation or underlying health and psychological issues.
At Éclairage school, principal Saïd Aboubacar suspects some students feign illness to skip lessons, particularly during math and physics tests, and has warned of exclusion. Meanwhile, psychiatrist Mistoihi Hassani Msoma emphasizes the need for individual psychological evaluations to address personal and family difficulties.
A mother shared her daughter's persistent absence from school, which has continued despite prayers and interventions from Quranic teachers. This situation highlights a suffering that extends beyond the school environment, requiring appropriate care beyond supernatural interpretations.
Why it mattersStudents in Comoros are experiencing unexplained physical and behavioral symptoms at school, affecting their education and well-being.