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Mental Health, Stigma & Seeking Help | Professor Farooq Khan | Ep. 54

In this important and timely episode of Under the Pomegranate Tree, Maulana Ateiq is joined by Professor Farooq Khan, a leading consultant psychiatrist based in Birmingham, for an in-depth discussion on mental health from both a clinical and community perspective. Professor Khan explains what mental health truly means, how conditions are diagnosed, and how the brain stores memories. The conversation explores dementia, depression, anxiety, and the most common mental health challenges seen within South Asian communities, while addressing how individuals can recognise symptoms within themselves. A significant portion of the episode tackles the stigma surrounding mental health — particularly where issues are wrongly attributed solely to jinn, black magic, or spiritual causes. Professor Khan discusses how to navigate uncertainty between medical and spiritual concerns, the dangers of exploitation, and the importance of language when discussing mental health, including the impact of harmful terminology. The discussion also covers generational differences, environmental factors, and the urgent need for greater openness, understanding, and compassion when addressing mental wellbeing within families and communities. A vital conversation for parents, community leaders, and anyone seeking clarity on mental health through an informed and balanced lens. 🔹 Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 02:42 – What does mental health actually mean? 05:29 – Can mental health issues be seen on brain scans? 08:16 – Dementia explained 10:47 – How memories are stored in the brain 12:47 – Common mental health issues in South Asian communities 14:31 – How to recognise depression 17:22 – Tell-tale signs of anxiety 21:00 – Dealing with stress and anxiety in everyday life 24:10 – Why mental health remains taboo (jinn & black magic) 26:02 – Seeking help when unsure if an issue is medical or spiritual 30:34 – The two-sided reality of spiritual and mental health issues 32:38 – Shamans and exploitation of vulnerable people 34:26 – Urdu terminology for depression & its negative impact 37:57 – The consequences of lacking language for mental health 39:08 – The need for openness around mental wellbeing 44:40 – Differences between first- and second-generation parents 48:44 – How environment affects mental health 01:00:41 – Outro 🔗 Further Resources from Professor Farooq Khan: ▶️ Understanding Panic Attacks & Managing Symptoms    • What actually happens during a panic attac...   ▶️ Depression in Older Adults    • What is the one thing you wish people knew...   ▶️ Understanding OCD    • What is the most common misconception abou...   ▶️ Alzheimer’s Disease: Early Signs & Support    • Alzheimer's disease: An expert's guide - O...   🔗 Stay Connected: https://linktr.ee/darulilmbirmingham 📌 Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Darul Ilm Birmingham. #UnderThePomegranateTree #DarulIlmBirmingham #IslamicPodcast #MentalHealth #ProfessorFarooqKhan #MaulanaAteiq #MentalWellbeing #BreakingTheTaboo #CommunityHealth