
Hosted and produced by Seiara Imanova, a PhD student from University of Birmingham, Behind the Stigma is a pioneering podcast that bridges the gap between the general public and the fields of Psychology, Psychiatry and Mental Health. Each episode offers a deep dive into cutting-edge research, featuring conversations with leading experts and top researchers in the field. Take a listen, as we uncove... more
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 93 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Health & FitnessAlternative HealthMental Health | |||

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This week on Behind the Stigma, Professor Sanneke de Haan joins us to discuss how we define mental disorders and what the enactive approach to psychiatry reveals about the relationship between mind, body, and world. We talk about ho... more
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In this episode of Behind the Stigma, I sit down with Jerome Wakefield, NYU Professor and originator of the influential “harmful dysfunction” theory of mental disorder. We explore what makes something truly pathological, the fuzzy b... more
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In this episode of Behind the Stigma, I sit down with Dr. Prince Kouassi, Assistant Professor and Chair of the Psychology Department at the American University of Dubai, to explore the landscape of mental health in the UAE. We discu... more
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In this episode, I speak with Professor Edouard Machery to explore experimental philosophy and the question of whether morality is truly universal. We discuss why humans need morals in the first place, why we often fail to live up t... more
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Highly educational and really easy to engage with!
I love this podcast! It covers so many interesting topics and I've learnt so much from it!
Always find all the conversations with professionals incredibly insightful yet explained in clear layman’s terms. Absolutely recommend that people try this show to hear out a diverse group of topics around the world of mental health, something we should all be working on!
If you are looking for a podcast that cuts straight to the most cross-cutting and fundamental issues - this is it. Critical, nuanced, beautifully articulated and engaging, there are details on this weekly podcast that you can only find if you are deep diving into deep psychological critical theory. Whether you are struggling or want to know more about mental health and well being, or just curious, this is it. highly recommend this podcast, it has helped me immensely in understanding how we can s... more
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A pioneering audio experience that connects the general public with insights from the realms of Psychology, Psychiatry, and Mental Health. Featuring conversations with leading experts and top researchers, this series aims to make advanced mental health discussions accessible to everyone, while debunking common misconceptions. Topics frequently covered include the nuances of mental health language, the influence of social media on mental health, and the impact of cultural contexts on psychological practices. The format encourages complex discussions around contemporary issues in mental health, engaging listeners who are seeking a deeper understanding of relevant psychological concepts.
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