#2 You’re depressed, here is why | with Faris

In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Tareq Qassim, a consultant psychiatrist and professor, in mental health and well-being, to dive deep into the growing struggles of depression and burnout—what they really mean, how they affect our lives, and why so many people are silently suffering.We also examine the serious impact of social media—how constant scrolling, comparison, and digital pressure can fuel anxiety, burnout, and even self-worth issues.Dr. Tareq shares practical strategies to prevent and overcome these challenges, combining medical insight with real-life experience.Whether you’re battling burnout, feeling low, or just trying to stay mentally strong in a chaotic world, this episode is packed with value.00:00 intro03:36 Explaining mental well-being08:05 young adults suffering from mental illness11:34 Are you Depressed?16:04 When sinners lose hope19:36 What makes us depressed or positive?23:25 Defining Happiness28:37 Understanding Burnout33:40 Solving Depression39:35 Linking Religion to Mental Health42:50 Knowing that your Burnt out45:21 Practicing Mindfulness47:10 The Importance of Journaling49:55 Is Social Media Evil?54:14 How drugs destroy your pleasure01:00:12 Social Media effect us psychologically01:02:10 Benefits of helping others01:03:33 Online vs real interaction01:08:26 Is Social Media designed to harm us?01:11:38 Life without Social Media01:12:44 Steps on avoiding Depression#mentalhealth #depression #farishammadi #wellness #wellbeing #psychology #islam #podcast