Get To Know Your Panic Attack!
Every one of us is subject to experience anxious and stressful situations, to which we react differently. Some may have the ability to control their emotions and nerves, while others…
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“Mental Health is A Culture” Two-Day Awareness Event in Algiers
June 15, 16. Mental Health Talks, an Algerian non-profit initiative, organized a collaborative two-day event on mental health. This event “Mental Health is a Culture” took place at the University…
The Slamet Rassek Podcast with Dr. Rym: Do You Really Know What Depression Is?
There is no doubt that mental health is a taboo subject in North African societies. That is why, Dr. Rym (a.k.a @dr.redpeppermint) joined forces with EMPWR to launch her first-ever…
Autism 101: Breaking the Stigma Ft. Big Hass
1. What is Autism? Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) are a range of developmental disorders that are related to brain development and its impacts on how a person perceives and socializes…
Settling the Stigma Around Mental Health in The Middle East
“When I suffered I suffered in silence. I suffered alone because I didn’t know how to ask for help, and when people noticed, I denied it. I refused it and…
Therapy Unraveled: Episode 3
When? After we talked about what therapy is and how to choose the suitable mental health professional for you, it is time to know when do you actually need therapy.…
Mariam Mazhar: The “Anxious Writer” Opens Up About Her Battle With Anxiety.
Mariam Mazhar, a recent AUC graduate, discussed in detail what it was like to go through an experience no one could relate to at one point. That was when her…