HealTalk

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HealTalk Podcast

Welcome to HealTalk - a safe space where we discuss the ins and outs of everyday experiences, sometimes the struggles and sometimes not. This is your platform. We are the mediators, and this is your story. Contact us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/parakram.in/ and send your feedback and suggestions to parakram.org@gmail.com. Love, The Parakram Team. Disclaimer: All statements made by speakers in the podcast are solely their opinions and are not directed to anyone in particular. We don’t intend to throw negative light on anything. Our objective is to spread positivity and acceptance!

Episodes

  1. Through the Therapist's Eyes: with Ananya Mirji

    28/08/2021

    Through the Therapist's Eyes: with Ananya Mirji

    TW: discussions of mental illness, anxiety, depression In this episode, we're joined by Ananya Mirji, a practising psychologist from Bangalore. We've always wondered about the facets of mental health awareness through a different perspective, and that's exactly what we got! Listen on through the link in our bio! DISCLAIMER: Nothing discussed in this podcast is intended as advice. For therapeutic advice or professional therapy, please directly contact Ms Mirji at @ananya_mirji on Instagram, from where she will direct you further.

    44 min
  2. Menstruation, Mental illness and More

    30/05/2021

    Menstruation, Mental illness and More

    TW: deals with Depression, Anxiety, ADD, OCD, PME “My art is what defines me. I’m not ashamed of my mental illnesses, this is who I am.” Welcome Sanaa Mangalore, chapter head at The Period Society Bangalore, an aspiring artist, designer, and Mental Health advocate who loves to talk about her journey and wishes to use her platform to build an accepting community. Through this episode, Sanaa shares her inspiring stories battling mental illnesses. The episode explores the depths of not just mental health, but also its impact on Menstruators during their cycle. Listen, as Sanaa throws light on several topics like Pre-menstrual exacerbation, symptoms, coping mechanisms and a lot more.

    42 min
  3. Battling depression: Things it taught me

    08/10/2020

    Battling depression: Things it taught me

    TW: deals with depression, depressive episodes, mentions of self-harm.  In this episode, we introduce our audience to Rachitha, a survivor of depression, and one of the bravest people we know. She lends us her thoughts on the importance of platonic support, the dangers of self-diagnosis, and the slippery slope of social media rabbit holes. Listen on for a slice of her thoughts and learnings from her life experiences!

    30 min
  4. Therapeutic thoughts and Ten year plans

    29/09/2020

    Therapeutic thoughts and Ten year plans

    In this episode, we explore a fresh take on therapy, psychology, and teenage mental health. It's no longer a simple mention of therapeutic treatments- here, we look at the technical aspects of therapy and the fire it lights in Srishti's eyes, as an aspiring psychologist. Listen on as we discuss treatments, ten-year plans, and teenage tendencies with Srishti Shahi!! Link in bio for the full episode.

    21 min
  5. Gender Dysphoria

    26/08/2020

    Gender Dysphoria

    Another new episode! Here, we delve into Madhu's world as they tell us their story- gender dysphoria, being a part of the LGBTQ community, and life in general. It's an episode that takes on taboo, lack of awareness, and many more aspects. Listen on to find out more!

    32 min
  6. Mental Health- a comprehensive guide

    16/08/2020

    Mental Health- a comprehensive guide

    Although we have spoken about awareness regarding mental health, we haven’t shed light on the importance on why one must reach out for help and basic etiquette others must follow to sensitise themselves while interacting with someone having a mental illness. In this episode or HealTalk, we got to speak with Aish who gave us a very informative as well as fun insight on the above mentioned as well as a lot more! Hope you enjoy :)

    21 min
  7. Real Talk & Relationships

    11/08/2020

    Real Talk & Relationships

    We're back with a bang!! And we've a got an amazing show lined up. Although longer than normal, this episode, we've got some entertaining guests who delve into the nitty gritty details of life in high school. Real talk, relationships, school, family-you name it, we've probably touched upon it. This episode will leave you in stitches, and that's a guarantee!

    52 min
  8. Mental Health-through the eyes of an ordinary teen

    01/07/2020

    Mental Health-through the eyes of an ordinary teen

    DISCLAIMER: The opinions stated in this podcast are in no means professional, but simply the views of ordinary teenagers. Please do not consider them factually correct. Mental health does not pertain to only those who have undergone mental illnesses- in fact, mental health is important to every single member of the population. This is what we aim to highlight in this week's episode featuring Rahul Mishra, an ordinary teen. Listen in as Rahul discusses his personal experiences, thoughts on parental pressure, and insights into the mind of a teenager!

    16 min
  9. My Journey with Anxiety

    16/06/2020

    My Journey with Anxiety

    TW: discussion of anxiety, anxiety attacks, panic Shedding light on the experience of dealing with anxiety as a teenager, in this episode, Mihika Goyal explores every facet of anxiety- the perceptions, the triggers, and finally, the triumph. Listen on as she takes you on her journey, bravely tackling the highs and lows with trademark cheer and humour!

    17 min
  10. Dealing with Depression- Part 2

    09/06/2020

    Dealing with Depression- Part 2

    TW: depression, depressive episode, mentions of anxiety In part 2, Sruthi candidly answers all the questions posed to her, as well as a couple of pressing ones chosen by the team. Hope you like it! Disclaimer: With our casual discussion of mental illnesses, we do not mean to invalidate the struggle of dealing with one, or by any means criticise the impact of these illnesses. We solely wish to help in lifting the taboo surrounding them.

    13 min
  11. Dealing With Depression - Part 1

    02/06/2020

    Dealing With Depression - Part 1

    TW: deals with depression, depressive episode, mentions of anxiety  Seeking to lift the taboo on the discussion of mental illnesses, in this episode we delve into Sruthi’s experience with depression and anxiety through casual conversation and lighthearted talk. Hope you enjoy it!

    18 min

  12. 21/05/2020

    Meet Parakram!

    Here, we answered some of the most frequently asked questions about Parakram as an organisation. •00:34-What does Parakram do••00:55-What does Parakram mean?••01:10-Why is mental health such an important topic for y'all?••01:55-What inspired you to start this initiative?••03:19-What do you mean by a community?••03:42- How can benefit from this initiative?••04:30- What kind of professional help do you have that enables you to help others?••05:12- How will you reach out during lock down••05:36- What's next for you?••06:06- How can we be involved in this initiative?

    8 min
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About

Welcome to HealTalk - a safe space where we discuss the ins and outs of everyday experiences, sometimes the struggles and sometimes not. This is your platform. We are the mediators, and this is your story. Contact us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/parakram.in/ and send your feedback and suggestions to parakram.org@gmail.com. Love, The Parakram Team. Disclaimer: All statements made by speakers in the podcast are solely their opinions and are not directed to anyone in particular. We don’t intend to throw negative light on anything. Our objective is to spread positivity and acceptance!

Information

  • Creator
    Parakram
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2021
  • Episodes
    12
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Parakram
  • Show Website
    HealTalk

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