Stephen Hays
Stephen Hays
#24 - Afghan Refugee - Mental Illness Startup Founder - Sophia Mahfooz
#24 - Afghan Refugee - Mental Illness Startup Founder - Sophia Mahfooz
#24 - Afghan Refugee - Mental Illness Startup Founder - Sophia Mahfooz
Tuesday 28th January 2020
Discover Sophia Mahfooz's inspiring journey from Afghan refugee to mental health innovator on the Stigma Podcast with Stephen Hays.
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Get the buttons here!From Refugee to Innovator: Sophia Mahfooz's Journey in Mental Health
I realized that there's something beautiful about healing that happens between people, and, no matter how much technology develops, there's always going to be a human aspect.
Sophia Mahfooz's life reads like a gripping novel, but it's all too real. Born prematurely in a war-torn Afghan village, her early days were marked by chaos and uncertainty. Her family fled their destroyed home, eventually finding refuge in England. These experiences of displacement and trauma shaped Sophia’s resilience and drive. In this episode of the Stigma Podcast, host Stephen Hays sits down with Sophia to explore her incredible journey from refugee to mental health startup founder.
Sophia's path led her to San Francisco, where she initially moved to care for her brother struggling with bipolar disorder. Faced with the high costs of the U.S. healthcare system and unable to send him back to England, Sophia took matters into her own hands. She developed a solution that tracks mental health symptoms biologically, offering a new approach to care. Throughout their conversation, Sophia emphasizes the importance of self-care, community support, and sharing personal stories to reduce stigma.
Stephen also shares his own battles with addiction and bipolar disorder, highlighting the power of resilience and innovation. This episode is a testament to the human spirit's ability to overcome adversity and make meaningful change. Whether you're facing your own challenges or supporting someone who is, Sophia's story offers hope and inspiration.