
Behind the Stigma
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 uncover the science, challenge misconceptions, and bridge the crucial gap between academia and the everyday.
Podcasting since 2021 • 88 episodes
Behind the Stigma
Latest Episodes
Adolescence Mental Health with Dr. Lucy Foulkes
In this week's episode, academic psychologist Dr. Lucy Foulkes, speaks to us about her book 'Coming of Age' and the importance of our adolescent years, the complexity of mental health awareness in today's society. We explore how rising conversa...
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Episode 21
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Borderline Personality Disorder & Psychotherapy with Dr. Mark Ruffalo
In this week's episode, I speak with Dr. Mark Ruffalo on Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), long-term psychotherapy, and the nuances of diagnosis in mental health. We discuss object relations in BPD, the concept of splitting, and how these ...
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Season 2
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Episode 20
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Exercise, Depression & Research in Psychiatry with Dr. Nicholas Fabiano
In this episode of Behind the Stigma, we delve into the transformative world of lifestyle psychiatry with Dr. Nicholas Fabiano, a third-year psychiatry resident at the University of Ottawa.We explore the role of exercise in man...
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Season 2
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Episode 19
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Colonization and Mental Health with Dr. Summer Fakhro
In this week's episode of Behind the Stigma, we are joined by Clinical Psychologist Dr. Summer Fakhro with a discussion on Colonization and Mental Health. We define Colonialism and explore the deep and lasting psychological effec...
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Season 2
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Episode 18
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1:00:53

Personality Disorders, Neoliberalism, and Survivor Voices with Dr. Jay Watts
In this compelling episode of Behind the Stigma, we are joined by award-winning clinical psychologist, psychotherapist, and activist Dr. Jay Watts to explore critical perspectives on mental health. We delve into the impact ...
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Season 2
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Episode 17
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