Episodes
In this episode, we discuss body shaming an important term that was coined to describe the act of criticizing one's own body or another person in front of them or behind their back. We often minimalize the impact body shaming has on our mental health but it is at the root of eating disorders, low self-esteem, bullying, suicide, depression and Body Dysmorphia Disorder - a mental health disorder in which one can not stop thinking about one or more perceived defects or flaws in appearance. Body...
Published 08/11/20
Hey Afro-Mental Health Community! In this season we will be discussing eating Disorders and how they affect our mental health. Stay tuned! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/our-voice-africa/support
Published 08/03/20
Hey Afro Mental Health Community!! So excited to have you back! Hope you are doing well.  This episode titled 'My Anxiety Makes Me Want to...', discusses how COVID-19 has had an impact on our mental health specifically our anxiety levels. We share a story, discuss causes, and ways forward.  Comment below, what does your anxiety make you want to do? Also, leave your flag, let us know you are around.  We love you guys! Follow us @ourvoiceafrica on Instagram for more information. If you...
Published 05/22/20
Published 05/22/20
Introducing our new podcast discussing mental health in this season of the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Published 05/11/20