Mental Wellness Podcast
A podcast dedicated to reframing the narrative on mental health by educating and create awareness on mental health conditions, their treatment and rehabilitation and to reduce mental health stigma in the society.
Episodes
When does everyday sadness become a sign of depression?
In this episode, Dr Violet Okech breaks down what depression is, how it can affect thoughts, feelings and behaviour, and why persistent changes should not be ignored. This clear and compassionate conversation can help you recognise the signs and better support yourself or someone you care about.
Watch to explore:
• What depression is—and what it is not
• How it can aff...
We all feel anxious from time to time, but for millions of people, anxiety can become overwhelming and begin to affect everyday life. In 2021, anxiety disorders affected an estimated 359 million people worldwide.
In this episode, Dr Joseph Nyamiobo a psychiatrist, joins us to unpack the different types of anxiety disorders, what may cause them, the signs to look out for, and the treatment options available. Wheth...
Forensic psychiatry is a sub speciality of psychiatry that connects the field of psychiatry and the legal system. Dr Fredrick Owiti, a consultant psychiatrist has over 40 years experience dealing with forensic cases.
In this episode he highlights the intersection between mental health, criminal offences and the law.
In the practice of psychiatry and mental health, the biopsychosocial model is used to comprehensively treat mental disorders. In this approach, the biological, psychological and social perspective is incorporated into treatment.
In this episode, Ms Gathoni Mbugua a clinical psychologist and wellness therapist with over a decade of experience makes us understand this perspective.
Adulthood ADHD( Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is a neurodevelopmental condition that starts in childhood and continues into adulthood. It presents with executive dysfunction that is patterns of inattention, hyperactivity, impulsivity that disrupt daily life, work and relationships. In the adult, the patterns tends to be more internalized than externalized.
In this episode, Dr Stacey Njani, a consultant psyc...
Schizophrenia is a chronic mental health condition that is among the top 10 causes of disability worldwide, according to the World Health Organisation. It affects an individual's perception, thought and behaviour.
In this episode, Dr Syengo Mutisya, a psychiatrist with two decades of clinical experience, demystifies the myths and misconceptions of this condition. She further highlights its treatment options and prognosis. ...
Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition associated with significant disability and difficulties in many areas of life.
In this episode, Dr Mucheru Wang'ombe, a consultant psychiatrist with over two decades of experience in clinical practice, unpacks the condition and its impact on social and occupational functioning.
Mental health stigma is a pervasive issue. In Kenya, someone living with a mental illness is likely to be called crazy or (chizi - Swahili ). In this episode, our guest Dr Tahir Kadernani highlights the impact of stigma on mental health care and how it is a barrier to access to mental health treatment and rehabilitation.
Khat and cannabis are commonly used substances, however chronic use leads to addiction and development of substance induced psychosis. Dr. Rajab Saddam highlights the impact of these substances on mental health and wellbeing.
Khat and cannabis are commonly used substances, however chronic use leads to addiction and development of substance induced psychosis. Dr. Rajab Saddam highlights the impact of these substances on mental health and wellbeing.
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