The practice and regulatory effects on naturopathy in Ghana: Qualitative perspectives from naturopathic doctors in training

Abstract

This study explores the opinion on legislative and regulatory effects on the practice of Naturopathy from the perspectives of Naturopathic Medical Students in Training. A qualitative research approach using a Case Study design was employed. An unstructured questionnaire was sent to 50 Naturopathic Medical Students in Ghana’s first Naturopathic Medical School. A question-by-question analysis was then carried out. We found unanimous agreement among respondents in support of legislation to regulate Naturopathic Practitioners in Ghana. We found that regulation, legislation, or standardization affects every profession globally.: We advocate for strict legislation and regulation to streamline Naturopathy in Ghana.