In our second episode where we are joined with Muntasser. Muntasser Al Habsi is an emergency doctor working in Victoria. Originally from Oman, he is a passionate and active member of the community. He has a long history of working in various Muslim organizations, from his early days within the Islamic Society and has studied at Al Salaam Institute and the Melbourne Muslim Seminary. Muntasser has also worked closely with Podium Productions and Wartaqi.

Within this episode, we discuss the difficulties of managing people's perceptions and judgements when revealing mental health diagnoses such as ADHD, his tips and strategies for managing his spirituality and his challenges with coming to terms with the diagnosis and treatment.

In our first episode, we hope you will join us for a dynamic conversation with Eman Allouche, a qualified naturopath, nutritionist and herbalist working in the natural medicine industry for over 5 years. She has a special interest in ADHD, particularly after navigating her own diagnosis in 2020. Within this episode, we explore the unique challenges faced by women with ADHD, and Eman shares her personal journey to her diagnosis in adulthood and how it has impacted her relationship with her faith. She offers a unique perspective on navigating the intersection of spirituality and mental health while discussing how ADHD symptoms manifest differently in women.

Eman also highlights the importance of lifestyle factors such as nutrition, sleep, and stress management in improving focus and supporting overall mental well-being. Through her holistic approach, she offers practical strategies for managing ADHD while considering the nuances of female health. We hope you enjoy, and can’t wait to hear your feedback!

The information provided in this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for mental health advice from a professional. Please see a medical or health care professional for any concerns you may have.

If you or someone else you know is struggling with mental health difficulties, and are in crisis, please contact the below helplines to speak to someone.

If it is an emergency, please call 000 first.

Kids Helpline- 1800 55 1800

Lifeline Australia- 13 11 14

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