https://imanistateofmind.com/podcast/enMental HealthCopyright Imani State of Mindhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/9f1328f2692c55ec553b9910d8a61c43.jpghttps://imanistateofmind.com/podcast/Fri, 08 Mar 2024 08:04:03 +0000Imani State of MindImani State of Mindhello@imanistateofmind.comImani State of Mind is a weekly podcast hosted by psychiatrist and TV personality Dr. Imani Walker and co-host comedian MegScoop Thomas, sharing their personal and professional experiences to help navigate and normalize conversations about mental...trueepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/watts-of-care-how-light-can-illuminate-our-mental-health--58968046https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58968046Fri, 08 Mar 2024 08:00:02 +0000Imani State of MindThe right hue of light can transform your day, highlight your best selfie angles, or ease you into a restful sleep. Yet, exposure to blue light might strain our eyes, and dim lighting could contribute to depression. So, what is the ideal light for us?...4444false75fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/at-your-best-the-importance-of-strengthening-your-mental-health-and-mindset--58886218https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58886218Fri, 01 Mar 2024 08:00:03 +0000Imani State of MindReminder: Health is wealth. It's one thing to echo this mantra, but another to truly live by it. Struggling to visualize your strongest self? No need to worry—Dr. Imani and Meg Scoop are here to guide you. Join them as they explore strategies and...3824true74fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-loneliness-epidemic-how-to-overcome-isolation-and-regain-meaningful-connection--58793568
FACT: Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, half of U.S. adults reported experiencing loneliness. Social connections, ranging from friendships to brief encounters with strangers, are beneficial to us all. These relationships are crucial for leading a fulfilled life. In today's episode, Dr. Imani and MegScoop tackle this issue head-on, exploring how to overcome isolation and rebuild meaningful connections. Plus, they discuss the pop culture diagnosis for the cast of the Netflix documentary, ‘The Curious Case of Natalia Grace.’

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FACT: Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, half of U.S. adults reported experiencing loneliness. Social connections, ranging from friendships to brief encounters with strangers, are beneficial to us all. These relationships are crucial for leading a fulfilled life. In today's episode, Dr. Imani and MegScoop tackle this issue head-on, exploring how to overcome isolation and rebuild meaningful connections. Plus, they discuss the pop culture diagnosis for the cast of the Netflix documentary, ‘The Curious Case of Natalia Grace.’

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These are all valid concerns, and we have listener letters about them! Join Dr. Imani and Meg as they press rewind on some of the listener letters received for season 6.

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These are all valid concerns, and we have listener letters about them! Join Dr. Imani and Meg as they press rewind on some of the listener letters received for season 6.

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No matter how you celebrate, the Imani State of Mind team would like to wish you all a safe and happy holiday season.

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If you'd like to submit a listener letter, please email us at hello@imanistateofmind.com.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57683952Fri, 17 Nov 2023 08:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindTake a moment to consider how today’s events and day-to-day life affect our mental health as adults. Now, pair that with peer pressure, questionable trends, and social media. Can you imagine what our kids may be going through? Join Dr. Imani and Meg...
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If you'd like to submit a listener letter, please email us at hello@imanistateofmind.com.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57488837Fri, 03 Nov 2023 07:00:03 +0000Imani State of MindHave you ever felt like someone is excessively showing their affection or how much they care about you? You've probably set boundaries, and they're still crossing them, right? Well, that sounds like love bombing. Join Dr. Imani and Meg as they dive...
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If you'd like to submit a listener letter, please email us at hello@imanistateofmind.com.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57322034Fri, 20 Oct 2023 15:39:21 +0000Imani State of MindNo matter the season or time of year, there’s always a reason to be in your garden. Sure, we have to tend to what we plant, but we also have to do the same for ourselves! Studies have shown the benefits and positive effects that gardening can have on...
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If you'd like to submit a listener letter, please email us at hello@imanistateofmind.com.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57112354Fri, 06 Oct 2023 09:26:03 +0000Imani State of MindHave you ever considered how dependent we all are on digital devices? From computers to phones, tablets, and watches, many of us spend countless hours consuming digital content and staring at screens—even now as we type this episode description. Join...
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The ladies of Imani State of...3601truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/all-i-want-for-christmas-is-boundaries--52346030b95babc4-3bfa-44ef-bc93-9f66254069b6Fri, 16 Dec 2022 08:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindDo the holidays leave you feeling burnt out or uncomfortable? This time of year can be emotionally, physically, and psychologically taxing, if you do not practice the proper self care. The ladies of Imani State of Mind are giving you the tools to set...4934truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/booked-and-busy-how-to-slow-down-and-address-your-trauma--523460335e50bf7f-31b1-48ee-b5c4-84fe8994ae53Fri, 09 Dec 2022 08:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindHave you ever asked yourself, “why am I always so busy?” If so, there may be something or some feelings you’re avoiding. The ladies of Imani State of Mind are slowing things down to identify your traumas, so you can begin to heal from them.4679truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/recovering-from-moral-injury--5234604449c1e377-cd10-4817-86d9-5df0d5779de8Fri, 02 Dec 2022 08:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindHave your moral codes been compromised? Learn how to face your decisions and heal from your life choices on the next Imani State of Mind.4676truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/keeping-up-with-the-joneses-is-bad-for-your-health--523460273625211a-48b2-4df0-9579-3c584c62ca18Fri, 25 Nov 2022 17:30:00 +0000Imani State of MindWho are the Joneses and why does everyone want to keep up with them? You might be tempted to buy things you don’t need to temporarily boost your self-esteem or your status on social media, but the ladies of Imani State of Mind are diving deep into the...4431black women,mental health,peace of mindtruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-realationship-with-your-food--523460358c14da18-e593-442e-8a0d-ea3fe945b6c8Fri, 18 Nov 2022 08:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindLike all the other relationships in your life, your relationship with food should be a healthy one! If we are what we eat… WHO ARE YOU? Founder of Fit Men Cook, Kevin Curry, shares how his journey and relationship with food saved his life! Stay...3947truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/combating-seasonal-depression--52346029b10c1d10-1285-498b-be1b-ecb3eb9329daFri, 11 Nov 2022 08:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindAs we enter sweater weather and the days are getting shorter, do you  experience seasonal blues instead of seasonal cheer?  Find out how to handle that seasonal depression, also known as Seasonal Affective Disorder, so you can enjoy this holiday...4356truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-state-of-black-women-s-health--52346046b45d13ba-d20a-4a6c-9e88-6c0496a57861Fri, 04 Nov 2022 07:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindHow can we create better outcomes for Black women's mental, maternal, and physical health? Planned Parenthood LA’s nurse practitioner, Kara James, is stopping by to share the resources we need to know to help Black women advocate for their health. ...4978truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-succeed-as-co-parents--52346021fe3f9d55-4ba0-422d-8f3d-9ab46e71e57bFri, 28 Oct 2022 08:25:00 +0000Imani State of MindParenting is hard and even harder when two parents are not seeing eye to eye. Are you struggling with protecting your peace while you co-parent with your ex? The ladies of Imani State of Mind are helping you find ways to co-parent without losing your...4206truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-does-it-mean-to-be-black-in-corporate-america--52346045eeba9a37-0f29-4aaa-b59e-0ab9f795bd32Fri, 21 Oct 2022 07:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindLanding your dream job in Corporate America is only half the battle if you're Black. Microaggressions, code switching, and the feeling of having to work twice as hard as your white co-worker are just a few examples of being Black in Corporate America....4535truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/you-won-t-break-my-soul-how-to-heal-from-that-breakup--523460522ecdc17e-c4a5-40e6-bb9b-131e37c47ffbFri, 14 Oct 2022 07:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindBreakups are never easy and for some never easy to bounce back from. How does a break up mess with your mind? How long should I take to get over the relationship? The ladies of Imani State of Mind are breaking it all down to build you back up after...4714truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/discovering-self-love--523460264ac330c3-5aa9-4fa1-bf17-4ad8f1247759Fri, 07 Oct 2022 07:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindMaintaining your mental health is difficult enough but developing a solid sense of self love to go with it can be even more challenging for those who are just introducing themselves to the path of self-development. The ladies of Imani State of Mind...5228falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/don-t-get-it-twisted-living-with-dissociative-identity-disorder-101--523460372fd56467-0cac-4ec3-ba69-85f3bf5438b8Fri, 30 Sep 2022 14:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindIt’s time to switch it up…LITERALLY! The ladies of Imani State of Mind are going inside the mind of a person living Dissociative Identity disorder… or best known as Multiple personalities disorder. We would love to hear from you! Please email us...4179truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/don-t-get-it-twisted-being-schizophrenic-101--52346068d3dff6c5-f385-4108-8629-6a3b347ed1e6Fri, 23 Sep 2022 07:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindThe ladies of Imani State of Mind are going inside the mind of a schizophrenic to reveal what it really means to be diagnosed with Schizophrenia. We would love to hear from you! Please email us at AskDrImani@crooked.com with all your questions and...4409truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/don-t-get-it-twisted-being-bipolar-101--52346043f4bb339b-cd25-410e-bf10-3e320f44ff80Fri, 16 Sep 2022 07:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindCelebrities like Kanye West, Catherine Zeta Jones and Mariah Carey have come to say they are living with the medical condition known as Bipolar disorder. The ladies of Imani State of Mind are peeling back the many layers to this disorder and debunking...4325truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/don-t-get-it-twisted-being-a-psychopath-vs-sociopath-101--523460384442a167-735b-467c-8354-7979cf9e1821Fri, 09 Sep 2022 07:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindPsychopath and Sociopath are terms used to describe people in our everyday conversations, but are we using the terms correctly? Do you really know the difference between them? The ladies of Imani State are taking a  deeper look into the lives of a...4033truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/don-t-get-it-twisted-being-a-narcissist-101--523460428abf030b-986a-448e-be4d-26a72290b587Fri, 02 Sep 2022 07:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindThere is a lot of talk about narcissism these days, and yet there are persistently misconceptions about what it is, what it looks like, what causes it, and how it affects others. The ladies of Imani State of Mind are setting the record straight on...3638truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-realities-of-being-black-in-america--523460475019429e-9150-4109-9206-bb1553bda143Fri, 26 Aug 2022 07:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindContent warning: This episode contains discussions of suicide. Systematic racism, police brutality and generational trauma all play a huge role into the mental health of the Black Community. The ladies of Imani State of Mind are taking a deep dive...4055black america,black women,mental healthfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-realities-of-anxiety--523460677e9c10d3-f9ef-45fa-9ca6-6dd26c5db6fcFri, 19 Aug 2022 07:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindAnxiety is among the most common mental health conditions. Over the first 58 days of the COVID-19 pandemic there were an estimated 3.4 million google searches related to anxiety in the United States. The ladies of Imani State of Mind are shedding a...3407anxiety,black women,mental healthtruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-realities-of-grief--523460534fb3d60d-735c-419d-afca-e92cc8784288Fri, 12 Aug 2022 07:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindGrief…it’s the one thing we all will experience in our lifetime. The ladies of Imani State of Mind discuss the effects grief can have on your everyday life and how to live a healthy life while living with grief. We would love to hear from you!...3186falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-realities-of-postpartum-depression--523460589c78efa6-fa1e-41b3-be28-4a3ac839728dFri, 05 Aug 2022 07:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindOne recent study found that 1 in 7 women may experience postpartum depression in the  year after giving birth. Co-host, Meg Scoop shares her journey with postpartum depression and the importance of moms’ mental health after giving birth. Let's keep...3951black mental health,mental health,postpartum depressionfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/realationship-with-your-friends--52346063d0a14831-cfff-4abb-a959-f3f2909b12b6Fri, 29 Jul 2022 07:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindLike the 80s hip hop group, Whodini, once said…Friends. How many of us have them? The ladies of Imani State of Mind’s besties are joining the conversation to take a deeper look on what it takes to make a friendship last and what role friendships play...3844falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/realationship-with-your-spouse--52346048d2fab16a-53a4-45e5-8414-6c02a123bc47Fri, 22 Jul 2022 07:05:00 +0000Imani State of MindWhether you are married, dating or engaged, relationships take work! The ladies of Imani State of mind are taking a deeper look into how your relationship with your spouse plays a role on your mind for better or for worse. We would love to hear from...3973black women,dating,marriage,mental healthtruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-mental-consequences-of-roe-v-wade--52346049df3b2dfb-61af-4427-83de-f5e5559959daFri, 15 Jul 2022 07:05:00 +0000Imani State of MindIt’s time for a check in! What do you do when the news and the state of America make you feel hopeless and anxious? With the overturning of Roe vs. Wade and the right to abortions in many states, the ladies of Imani State of Mind are breaking down...3864falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/realationship-with-your-parents--5234606290de0da4-d08f-4757-815e-ed6164cd8103Fri, 08 Jul 2022 07:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindWhat does it even mean to have a healthy relationship with your parents? How does your relationship with your parents play a role on who you are? The ladies of Imani State of Mind navigate this complex and at times difficult process of creating a...3495truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/realationship-with-self--5234607076608915-257c-4cc6-80e3-7b6faa1114b3Fri, 01 Jul 2022 07:05:00 +0000Imani State of MindLife is life-ing and it’s time for a check in!. The ladies of Imani State of Mind chat on what happens when your relationship with yourself requires more than just practicing self-care.3370black women,mental health,relationships,self caretruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/anxiety-i-got-it-from-my-mama-w-nichole-perkins--52346078baaff641-8cb9-4f5e-a622-acfc0154530eThu, 01 Apr 2021 04:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindDr. Imani and Kam Law go deep with writer and host of the podcast This Is Good For You Nichole Perkins (@tnwhiskeywoman). Nichole says talking to her mom about their shared anxiety and depression changed their relationship...for the better! Get...3359truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/they-did-what-to-meghan-markle--523460563f8f7688-73de-452a-8025-acf50120c386Thu, 25 Mar 2021 04:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindDr. Imani and Kam Law break down Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's interview with Oprah and debunk myths around suicide and toxic relationships. Plus, Pop Culture Diagnosis: Lovecraft Country. Send your mental health questions...2936truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/take-me-as-i-am--52346059573d8c35-849d-4ad4-bf95-acee0148765fThu, 18 Mar 2021 04:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindDr. Imani and Kam Law look back at how the GOAT Mary J. Blige has always been real and honest about her addiction and depression over the years, especially in her music. Plus, get ready to get your mental health questions answered on...2927truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-kids-are-not-okay--52346060fc39418c-44eb-4f25-aecf-ace70140dc90Thu, 11 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindHow have the kids been coping this year? Not great! The APA says that Gen Z has the worst mental health of any generation. Plus, Dr. Imani and Kam Law answer your questions and #GetYourMindRight. Send your mental health questions to...2992truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crying-over-a-celebrity-you-re-not-crazy--5234606937d02bec-8f15-4766-8523-ace00142bdb1Thu, 04 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindDr. Imani and Kam Law explain why celebrity deaths hit so hard, especially while we're grieving so much during Covid. Plus, they dissect psychopathy in American Crime Story: The Assassination Of Gianni Versace on Pop Culture Diagnosis. Send your...2892truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fake-it-till-you-make-it--523460645d5af4aa-3b52-40b5-a828-acd9015b180fThu, 25 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindWho are all these white people pretending to be Black?? This week Dr. Imani and Kam Law explain the psychology behind Blackfishing, and they help you #GetYourMindRight by answering your mental health questions. Send your questions to...3821truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pandemic-fatigue--52346061a7fdd5e2-d20c-46e0-bc1f-acd2017b5600Thu, 18 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindThis pandemic has been going on for almost a whole year...are you good? Of course not! Dr. Imani and Kam Law check in about Zoom fatigue, coping with a year of isolation, and they take a deep dive into HBO's Watchmen on Pop Culture Diagnosis. Send...2936truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/family-secrets--5234608929fc1044-2835-42e5-b279-accb014e4d75Thu, 11 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindWhen you find out about a family secret, it can shake up your whole life. Dr. Imani and Kam Law break down how secrets take a toll on your mental health. Plus, they'll answer your questions about mental health on this week's #GetYourMindRight. Send...2860truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/protect-ya-neck--523460669d9bbca0-4576-4c2b-8900-acc40168f67dThu, 04 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindPresidents are temporary, but Wu-Tang is forever. Get hype with Dr. Imani and Kam Law as they take a look at how Wu-Tang talks about mental illness. Plus, HBO's Beware The Slenderman is this week's patient on Pop Culture Diagnosis. Send your mental...2940truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/analyze-this-part-2-madame-vice-president--5234603445eac038-5599-4aa0-b900-acbd01304d19Thu, 28 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindThis episode is a celebration of the highest ranking woman in the room: Vice President Kamala Harris. Plus, Dr. Imani and Kam Law answer your mental health questions on this week's #GetYourMindRight segment. Send your questions to askdrimani@gmail.com...3045truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/analyze-this-part-1-moving-on-after-trump--523460718c098988-7a33-49f8-a967-acb7000517f6Thu, 21 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindOn January 6 there was almost a coup and on January 20 we got a whole new president. Whiplash, much?? Imani and Kam discuss how to bridge the divide with your loved ones when you don't agree about politics. Plus, Imani answers your mental health...3832truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/so-you-have-a-chronic-condition--52346087e9432565-a22d-4d61-85a4-acaf015c1d20Thu, 14 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindThe long-term effects of Covid-19 are still being studied, but recent research shows Covid is creating a whole new population of people with chronic pain and fatigue. Imani and Kam share how they've coped and found support with their own chronic...3578truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-guide-to-psychopaths-and-sociopaths--52346041045fc233-642a-4742-908e-aca8013f0274Thu, 07 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindAmerican Psycho, Natural Born Killers, The Joker...we love psychopaths in our movies. But how do you tell if someone is really a psychopath? And on this week's Pop Culture Diagnosis, it's Homeland and bipolar disorder. Need mental health advice? Send...3379truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mental-health-hazards-on-the-job--52346039441c1d91-10b4-4f7e-a1a2-ac9301666a6eThu, 17 Dec 2020 05:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindWork has really changed since the pandemic started, but, honestly, toxic workplaces still exist! Workplace PTSD and the grind of hustle culture can really wear down your mental health. Imani and Kam share their worst job experiences, red flags on the...3519truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/schizo-what--5234607542a12219-7c35-4a7a-97bf-ac8c0173b884Thu, 10 Dec 2020 05:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindTime for a study break! Schizophrenia is rare, but it’s the mental illness that shows up the most in pop culture. Imani explains what schizophrenia is - and isn't! - and debunks the most famous misconceptions about it. And on Pop Culture Diagnosis,...4159truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/you-need-therapy-and-so-do-i--5234607354773d2b-ba4e-4914-9dd3-ac85013906c2Thu, 03 Dec 2020 05:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindThis year has been rough on all of us. We've been sheltering-in-place for months, there's another third wave of Covid-19 cases in the US, and honestly, the election season felt like it lasted 1000 years. You have got to process your feelings, and...3149truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-next-thing-you-ll-hear-is-the-sound-of-me-hanging-up--523460900057ab4b-f57d-429f-a721-ac77014c3f27Thu, 19 Nov 2020 05:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindWe all need a little space — even from the people we love — and the best way to make room for your whole self is to set boundaries. With the winter holidays approaching, Imani and Kam are joined by an expert close to home: Imani's own mom, Paula!...4124truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/are-you-too-online-how-to-deal-with-too-much-social-media--5234607607317455-7836-4eea-844c-ac70013846ccThu, 12 Nov 2020 05:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindWe are all doomscrolling these days. What’s all that time on our phone doing to our brains? This week, Imani and Kam explain why social media is so addictive and how they've learned to stop scrolling. Plus, on Pop Culture Diagnosis, find out what...3492truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/winter-is-coming--523460404575a6e1-b21b-4625-b129-ac69013779c8Thu, 05 Nov 2020 05:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindAre you dreading those long dark nights of winter? Then this episode is for you. We are all extra-isolated this year because of the pandemic and if you’re prone to the winter blues, this winter might be extra tough on your mental health. Find out how...3235truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/even-numbers-are-to-be-trusted-odd-numbers-are-not--523460802e9f9454-8bec-402d-9d2b-ac62012aa024Thu, 29 Oct 2020 04:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindObsessive compulsive disorder is not about being a neat freak! Obsessions are intrusive thoughts that stem from anxiety - they can be about things like germs, luck, even death. Imani tells you the truth about OCD and she shares her own experience with...3770truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-cope-with-your-parents-baggage-with-jemele-hill--52346082efc6c007-73fc-4a9e-8fc8-ac5b01402fccThu, 22 Oct 2020 04:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindWe’ve all got issues, and some of that baggage comes from our own parents. This week, sports journalist Jemele Hill joins Dr. Imani to talk about how they each dealt with their dads' absence from their lives and how it affected their mental health...3937truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-do-we-love-conspiracy-theories--523460882c036928-d513-4f3c-86b8-ac55001cfaffThu, 15 Oct 2020 04:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindDo you know someone who believes that Tupac is still alive or that the government faked the moon landing? Imani dives into the psychology that attracts so many people to conspiracy theories, and how to set boundaries with people in your life who are...3473truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-work-life-balance-let-s-talk-burnout--52346083ae813783-5357-471a-a8ed-ac4d018b7710Thu, 08 Oct 2020 04:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindCaregiver burnout is REAL— especially during a pandemic! How are you supposed to go to work, teach your kids math, make sure your parents are okay, clean your house, and get food on the table without losing it? Imani breaks down why burnout is a...3969truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/grieving-the-old-normal--52346085dd30a4c6-2c59-48e8-a4df-ac31016b8656Thu, 10 Sep 2020 04:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindRemember the Before Times...when you didn't throw an extra mask in your bag when you went out? When you used to go out?? Thanks to the coronavirus pandemic, we're all getting used to a new normal. This week, Imani walks us through the collective grief...3484truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/safe-at-home-except-when-you-re-not--52346091a55fa29d-d2b0-4703-97dc-ac2b00144dc9Thu, 03 Sep 2020 04:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindDuring a pandemic, sheltering-in-place can protect you from getting sick, but for people in abusive relationships, it can also mean being stuck isolating with your abuser. Domestic violence cases have spiked dramatically in the past few months as...3443truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-does-it-mean-to-have-an-eating-disorder--523460724aec37cc-32d1-41a3-9cbd-ac23017ea822Thu, 27 Aug 2020 04:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindIf you think eating disorders are just a "white girl problem", this episode is for you. The National Eating Disorder Association estimates that 30 million Americans are affected by eating disorders. Imani breaks down how eating disorders affect people...3706truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-funny-thing-about-depression--52346092fdd62d8f-48c7-4043-86df-ac1c0177f63cThu, 20 Aug 2020 04:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindElectro convulsive therapy (ECT) sounds scary...but is it? This week, Imani talks with comedian Gary Gulman who underwent ECT to treat severe depression. Plus, Imani and Gary compare notes on the way depression has affected both of their lives over...3397truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/getting-real-about-my-divorce--52346093f659e173-08c8-4eaf-bc03-ac150182c05eThu, 13 Aug 2020 04:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindThis week, Imani shares how she's been processing the end of her marriage to her partner of 11 years, how she's been coping with being alone and single parenting, and why divorce was the right move for her. Plus, she takes a close look at Spike Lee's...3776truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-real-deal-about-anxiety--523460866c0d106f-7a33-40d1-ad18-ac0e01687c0cThu, 06 Aug 2020 04:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindDo your thoughts hit different? You're not alone. Anxiety is the most common mental health disorder in the United States. This week, Imani breaks down what kinds of anxiety disorders there are, what they feel like, and how to get help for them. Plus,...3651truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/okay-but-how-are-you-really-doing--52346054f209de56-e874-41a0-9fe4-ac07014d755bThu, 30 Jul 2020 04:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindBetween COVID and the most recent protests against police brutality, ""how are you?"" is a loaded question right now - especially for Black folks! Imani talks with reporter Priska Neely about the cognitive dissonance of getting check-in texts from her...3273truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/let-s-talk-about-what-it-means-to-be-bipolar--52346057b1f03726-0464-48da-a776-ac0001517bb9Thu, 23 Jul 2020 04:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindIs having bipolar disorder really  like having a "sprained brain" like Kanye said? This week Imani breaks down for you what bipolar looks and feels like and how to get help. Plus, on Pop Culture Diagnosis, Imani goes deep on how bipolar disorder shows...3232truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/protect-black-women-and-girls--523460651dac0fd6-d24f-4526-9fa5-abf90169ce04Thu, 16 Jul 2020 04:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindBlack women are twice as likely to experience a major depressive disorder compared to Black men, but Black women are less likely to seek mental health help. This week Dr. Imani talks with therapist and author of The State of Black Girls, Marline...3398truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/you-re-not-extra-you-re-depressed--52346077af1e155c-5023-4d23-9ee1-abf201663639Thu, 09 Jul 2020 04:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindStigma makes it hard for so many people to even talk about their mental health, let alone get help. But among Millennials and Gen Z, there's less and less stigma about mental illness. This week, Imani talks with Tracy Clayton (@brokeymcpoverty) about...3220truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-this-a-problem--52346079f4fc0d3f-8b8a-4088-80a0-abeb0169965dThu, 02 Jul 2020 04:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindSubstance abuse is on the rise as we’ve been in quarantine. This week, Imani talks with addiction psychiatrist and host of the ‘In Recovery’ podcast, Dr. Nzinga Harrison about what addiction is, why recovery can be so difficult, and what you should...3204truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/don-t-panic--523460843ef99380-5802-4243-b8b1-abe500028db9Thu, 25 Jun 2020 04:00:00 +0000Imani State of MindWe are stressed! And this isn’t just normal stress - the pandemic has disrupted every aspect of our lives, and this summer there’s already been a non-stop tide of news stories of police shootings and violence against black communities. This week Dr....3369truefull