Episode
How to alter the perception of mental health care in Russia | Olga Kitaina
07:07
Published: Tue Jul 05 2022
Description
During the Soviet Union era, therapy was often used as a tool of political oppression. Since then, Russia has seen major reforms in mental health care -- but stigmas and distrust for the practice still live on. Psychologist and TED Fellow Olga Kitaina shares the current state of therapy in Russia (where tarot card readers and astrologers sometimes pass as psychoanalysts) and outlines her solution for getting people the professional help they need.
Chapters
This psychologist discusses an assessment system they've developed to help people overcome the stigma of seeking professional mental health support in Russia.
00:00 - 05:48 (05:48)
Summary
This psychologist discusses an assessment system they've developed to help people overcome the stigma of seeking professional mental health support in Russia.
EpisodeHow to alter the perception of mental health care in Russia | Olga Kitaina
PodcastTED Talks Daily
The TED Radio Hour podcast from NPR delves into the ongoing debate about the relationship between mental, physical and spiritual health, and how integrating the whole mind can lead to significant breakthroughs for individuals and society as a whole.
05:48 - 06:56 (01:07)
Summary
The TED Radio Hour podcast from NPR delves into the ongoing debate about the relationship between mental, physical and spiritual health, and how integrating the whole mind can lead to significant breakthroughs for individuals and society as a whole.