The Silent Struggle in African Communities: Dr. Mariah Eze on Mental Health, Culture & Stigma
Sun Feb 01 2026
Mental health is one of the most misunderstood — and most avoided — conversations in African communities. In this powerful episode of the Insight Zone Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Mariah Eze, DNP, PMHNP-BC, MHA, to unpack the stigma, silence, and cultural beliefs surrounding mental health in African and faith-based spaces.
We explore:
Why emotional pain is often dismissed in African homesThe difference between personality, burnout, anxiety, depression & ADHDHow faith and mental health can coexist — without shameEarly signs of mental health struggles we often ignoreThe role of genetics, environment, hormones & lifestyleWhy seeking help is not weakness, but strength
This conversation is honest, clinical, compassionate, and deeply necessary.🔗 Connect with Dr. Mariah's work here:
Website
IG: @mariah_eze
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Watch the Full Video on YouTube.
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Mental health is one of the most misunderstood — and most avoided — conversations in African communities. In this powerful episode of the Insight Zone Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Mariah Eze, DNP, PMHNP-BC, MHA, to unpack the stigma, silence, and cultural beliefs surrounding mental health in African and faith-based spaces. We explore: Why emotional pain is often dismissed in African homesThe difference between personality, burnout, anxiety, depression & ADHDHow faith and mental health can coexist — without shameEarly signs of mental health struggles we often ignoreThe role of genetics, environment, hormones & lifestyleWhy seeking help is not weakness, but strength This conversation is honest, clinical, compassionate, and deeply necessary.🔗 Connect with Dr. Mariah's work here: Website IG: @mariah_eze 🔔 Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more insightful conversations on THE INSIGHT ZONE PODCAST — where we explore ideas and share insights that foster leadership, faith, and personal growth. 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts & Spotify Watch the Full Video on YouTube. If this episode resonates, share it with someone who may need it. To connect with Kenny: Follow Kenny on InstagramThe Insight Zone InstagramThe Insight Zone Website