Mental Health Chats With Andile: Recent Episodes
Andile Zondi
This podcast seeks to advocate for mental health care. Mental Health seems to be one of the most neglected topics in our society, so why not chat about mental health related issues as a way to inform and create awareness?
DISCLAIMERâš THE PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THIS PODCAST IS TO PROVIDE PSYCHOEDUCATION| IT IS NOT THE APPROPRIATE PLATFORM FOR THERAPY| LISTENERS WHO WOULD LIKE TO RECIEVE PROFESSIONAL ADVICE AND THERAPEUTIC SERVICES ARE URGED TO CONSULT A QUALIFIED PSYCHOLOGIST| THE VIEWS EXPRESED HERE ARE THE PRESENTERS UNDERSTANDING OF MENTAL HEALTH RELATED ISSUES.
We tend to hear peoole being labeled as paranoid from time to time, but do we realy understand the attributes of this disorder?
This episode marks a beginning of a new series whereby we explore personality disorders. Personality disorders are very common in society. Since personlity is one important aspect which determines whether we succeed or not in the multiple systems in our lives, why not explore personality disorders?
This episode seeks to point out the differences and similarities existing between multiple disciplines (Psychologists, Psychiatrists, Registered Counselors, Social workers, traditional healers & Religious leaders) involved in the mental healthcare system. It is important for us to understand to undestand the scope of practice of each in order to understand what type of help to get from where.
A number of myths around rape culture exist. Some include "Rapes are commited by strangers in unsafe spaces" " women ask for rape in the way they act or dress" "men can't be raped" of which all should be challenged!
With the increasing number of Gender Based Violence cases how about a have this discussion today?
A basic understanding to why I think starting up discussion on mental health is important.