Smiling Depression: When "I'm Fine" Is the Biggest Lie in the Room | The Physicians

Smiling Depression: When "I'm Fine" Is the Biggest Lie in the Room. You laugh. You show up. You say "I'm fine." But what if it's a mask? On this episode of The Physicians, hosts Dr. Martina Agberien and Dr. Maymunah Yusuf sit down with Dr. Maymunnah Yusuf-Kadiri, Consultant Psychiatrist and Psychotherapist, MD/CEO of Pinnacle Medical Services, to talk about smiling depression: the kind of depression that hides behind a smile, a busy schedule and a "I'm good." In this conversation, we explore: • What smiling depression is and why it is so easy to miss • Warning signs in yourself and the people around you • Why many of us hide our struggles and say "I'm fine" • How to start an honest conversation about mental health • When and how to seek professional help If this episode spoke to you, share it with someone who needs to hear it. Checking in on a friend or family member could make all the difference. If you are in crisis or need immediate support, please reach out to a mental health professional or your local emergency services. 🔔 Subscribe to The Physicians for more conversations on health and wellness. 🌐 www.thephysiciansng.com 📱 Follow us: The Physicians NG Disclaimer: This programme is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. #SmilingDepression #MentalHealthAwareness #ThePhysiciansNG