3 of 6 - From Adolescence to Adulthood - Small Step, Great Leap

3 of 6 - From Adolescence to Adulthood - Small Step, Great Leap

Author: MentalHealth AE November 27, 2022 Duration: 49:32
3 of 6 - From Adolescence to Adulthood - Small Step, Great Leap Tuesday Talks have taken a turn and we at Mental Health AE are doing something new with someone new. We are excited to introduce you to our podcast series: From Adolescence to Adulthood - Understanding the Challenges and Navigating the Journey. In this series, we are joined by an expert in the field to give us valuable insights. Nokhez Usama is a neuropsychologist and is currently working as a behavioral therapist here in Dubai. She has joined the Mental Health AE team to bring insight and awareness to mental health matters. Together we have mapped out 3 part series, 2 episodes each, as well as expert guests; diving into the different themes in the journey of adolescence to adulthood. The most underrated transition has to be the one from high school to university. Movies have romanticized this period as a time of increased independence, a big social boom, new relationships and friendships and an incredible career drive. But the reality is that most individuals are facing a lot of firsts, find themselves a bit lost and unable to properly explore their growth and independence. The most underrated transition has to be the from high school to university. Movies have romanticized this period as a time of increased independence, a big social boom, new relationships and friendships, and an incredible career drive. But the reality is that most individuals are facing a lot of firsts, find themselves a bit lost, and are unable to properly explore their growth and independence. In the second part of the podcast series, Nokhez and Ali dive in deep about the difficulties of adjusting to the responsibilities of young adulthood and how we can try to adjust and manage the shifts in perspectives and needs. They discuss how the sudden changes may cumulate in the shape of successes and failures and how such changes trickle into our daily experiences in university, personal development, family and friends, and our relationship with ourselves. we talk about coping and tools and share our nuggets of wisdom and experiences. No one is alone.

Tuning into Mental Health AE means entering a conversation grounded in the unique rhythms and realities of life in the United Arab Emirates. This isn't about abstract theories; it's a practical, compassionate dialogue focused on local well-being. Each episode stems from the initiative's core mission to build awareness and carve out a genuine safe space for listeners, offering tangible access to information and resources that resonate within this specific cultural context. You'll hear honest discussions that tackle the everyday stresses, societal pressures, and personal challenges people face here, all while navigating paths toward resilience and balance. The podcast serves as an audio extension of that supportive community, where topics range from managing anxiety and workplace burnout to fostering mindfulness and emotional health, always with a relatable, UAE-centric perspective. Hosted by the team behind MentalHealth AE, the episodes are designed to feel like a thoughtful chat with someone who gets it, providing both solace and actionable insights without judgment. It’s for anyone in the region looking to understand their own mind better or simply seeking a moment of grounded reflection amidst a fast-paced world.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 50

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Podcast Episodes
S03E16 - Multiple Sclerosis (MS) - Caregiver - Sadika [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:36
In this heartfelt and insightful episode of our podcast, we explore the profound journey of Sadika, a dedicated caregiver and mother, navigating the complexities of caring for her daughter Rana, who lives with multiple s…
S03E15 - Multiple Sclerosis (MS) - Warrior - Rana [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:47
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S03E14 - The Keto Connection - Shirley [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:40
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S03E12 - Devastation & Mental Health - Nokhez - Part 1 of 2 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:03
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