Behind the Stigma
Hosted and produced by Seiara Imanova, a psychology graduate from King's College London, Behind the Stigma is a pioneering podcast that demystifies the complex worlds of Psychology, Psychiatry, Neuroscience, and Mental Health.
Posted twice a month, 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 2020 • 81 episodes
Behind the Stigma
Latest Episodes
Race, Culture & Social Equalities in Mental Health with Hári Sewell
In this episode of Behind the Stigma, host Seiara Imanova speaks with Hari Sewell, founder and Director of HS Consultancy, about the intersection of social justice, ethnicity, and mental health. Hari, a leading voice on institu...
September 16, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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54:31
Why Do We Sabotage Ourselves and Others? The Psychology of Self-Sabotage with Dr. Alex Curmi
Ever wondered why we sometimes stand in our own way? In this week's episode, Dr. Alex Curmi breaks down the psychology behind self-sabotage and offers practical tips to overcome these patterns. We explore key concepts l...
August 19, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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1:12:18
Returning to Wholeness: A Story with Psychiatric Nurse Neseret Bemient
In this week's episode, I have an in-depth conversation with a former psychiatric nurse, Neseret Bemient, on returning to wholeness and alternative ways of healing. Neseret shares her journey as a psychiatric nurse and what her role entailed, h...
June 15, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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1:42:54
Holistic Healthcare in Psychiatry with Dr. Ally Jaffee
In this week’s episode, we're diving into the fascinating world of nutrition, social prescribing & community care in psychiatry with Dr. Ally Jaffee, a Multi-Award Winning NHS Junior Doctor.Dr. Jaffee shares her journey into p...
May 18, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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59:55
Altered States & Sexual Health with Tommaso Barba (Imperial College London)
In this week’s episode, we dive into the intriguing world of psychedelics and intimacy with Tommaso Barba, a PhD student at Imperial College London. Tommaso brings to light his recent research on how psychedelics may revolutionize clinical outc...
May 03, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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49:30