The Geeky Pod

Mental health is not just about stress or mood it affects focus, relationships, sexual health, work, and daily functioning. In this in-depth podcast episode, we talk with a psychiatrist to break mental health myths and explain psychiatry in simple terms.Our guest, Dr. Ananya Kanojia, Resident Doctor (MD Psychiatry) at A.G.M.C., shares clinical insights on mental health disorders, how they are diagnosed, and when professional help is needed.We clearly explain the difference between a psychologist and a psychiatrist, and answer common questions around therapy vs medication. The conversation includes a detailed discussion on ADHD, its symptoms, and how ADHD presents differently in children and adults.We also dive into child mental health, early behavioral warning signs parents should not ignore, and why early intervention is critical. Dr. Ananya explains intellectual disability, how it differs from mental illness, and how individuals can lead meaningful lives with proper support.This episode also addresses the stigma around mental health in India, why people hesitate to seek help, and how government initiatives like Tele MANAS, India’s 24/7 mental health helpline, provide accessible support during emotional distress.We further discuss mental health rights under the Disability Act, including legal recognition, workplace and educational support, and patient rights that many people are unaware of.Finally, Dr. Ananya talks about how to become a psychiatrist in India, the medical journey from MBBS to MD Psychiatry, residency life, and the qualities required to work in mental healthcare.This podcast is ideal for students, parents, working professionals, healthcare aspirants, and anyone seeking reliable mental health information from a psychiatrist.Topics Covered in This Episode:=================================01:30 Intro 02:35 What Is Mental Health? 03:30 How Is Mental Health Classified? 04:58 Types of Mental Health Disorders 05:18 What Is Schizophrenia?06:30 Psychology vs Psychiatry09:56 When Should You See a Psychiatrist? 12:22 Common Mental Health Problems We Often Ignore 13:16 What Is Depression? 14:27 How Is Depression Classified? 16:56 What Is ADHD and Its Impact? 17:14 What Is Bipolar Disorder? 23:38 How to Identify ADHD in Children 24:26 Mental Retardation vs Intellectual Disability 27:51 Why Do People Develop Suicidal Tendencies? 29:36 What Is Tele MANAS? 38:06 Drug Addiction and Emotional Damage 41:48 What Is the Disability Act? 47:59 What Is OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder)? 51:15 How Addiction Affects Sexual Health 53:07 How to Become a PsychiatristGuest Speaker:---------------------------------------Dr. Ananya KanojiaSenior Resident Doctor – MD PsychiatryA.G.M.C 📌 Watch till the end to learn:When to seek psychiatric helpHow mental health affects daily life and relationshipsWhat career psychiatry actually looks like👍 Like | 💬 Comment | 📢 Share | 🔔 Subscribe 🔖 Hashtags:#MentalHealth #Psychiatrist #ADHD #MentalHealthAwareness #Psychiatry #ChildMentalHealth #TeleMANAS #DisabilityAct #MentalHealthIndia #Podcas