Conversation on MENTAL HEALTH- Dr Akin Maps: Recent Episodes
Akin Maps
Designed to begin that very important and difficult but open conversation on mental health issues in Nigeria.
Addiction to make-up among women may be a case of mental illness. Are you pre-occupied with using make-up and can't socialise without applying it to your face?
We need to learn to show love to people around us who may be struggling with their mental health. Learn to show them compassion, love and empathy. Let's save lives
To the oppressed and unconscious minds. To those who have lost hope in life and given up. I want you to be positive and wait for the miracle of life and positivity about to rain blessing upon you. Stay focused and fluid.
If your child is behaving differently from other children, do not be troubled and be misled that they are possessed with evil spirit. Autistic children are special kids. Seek the help of a specialised Psychologist for interventions.
Healthy lifestyle promotes positive mental health. Good sleep and hydrating oneself adequately can promote our productivity level.
The podcast described how mental illness may have been wrongly perceived by Nigerians, as a product of witchcraft. This episode challenged that belief system, and rather encouraged Nigerians to revisit their childhood and trauma experienced.