S04E10 - Cultural Stigma - Dr. Neelam Laxhman
About this episode
In this episode, Dr. Neelam Laxman discusses breaking the stigma around therapy and navigating mental health support in the UAE.
Mental health conversations are becoming more common, but finding the right support can still feel overwhelming. In this episode, I sit down with clinical psychologist Dr. Neelam Laxman to discuss breaking the stigma around therapy, navigating the mental health landscape in the UAE, supporting children and teenagers through rising anxiety, and why finding the right therapist matters. We also explore ADHD assessments, the impact of social media, and practical ways families can build stronger emotional connections. Podcasters:Ali Khawaja | https://alikhawaja.comDr. Neelam Laxhman | https://www.instagram.com/drneelamlaxhmanMHAE Website | https://www.mentalhealth.aeMHAE Instagram | http://instagram.com/mentalhealthae Outline00:00 - Welcome & IntroductionMeet Dr. Neelam Laxman and why open conversations about mental health matter.03:40 - Mental Health Stigma & RepresentationWhy cultural understanding and representation are important in therapy.06:25 - Finding Mental Health Support in the UAEHow to navigate the different types of professionals and where to begin.11:30 - When Is It Time to Seek Help?Recognizing the signs that something feels "off" and taking the…
People in this episode
Host: Ali Khawaja
Guest: Dr. Neelam Laxman
Topics covered
- cultural stigma
- mental health support
- therapy
- anxiety in youth
- ADHD assessments
- social media impact
- emotional connections
Keywords
- mental health
- therapy
- cultural stigma
- anxiety
- ADHD
- social media
- emotional connections
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: MentalHealth AE, MHAE Website, MHAE Instagram
Places: UAE
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