They say Gen Z is soft. I say we’re silently suffering.
In this episode of the Ropana Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Naga Bodapati, a brilliant psychiatrist who works closely with children, teens, and young adults, to dig deep into the mental health crisis we don’t talk about enough.
Let’s be honest:
We show up, we get good grades, and we post happy stories. But inside? So many of us are spiraling.
So I asked the questions I’ve always wanted answers to:
And more importantly, what actually helps?
Dr. Bodapati shares raw, real insights from his clinical experience, and we talk not just about healing, but about being seen in a world that often only celebrates performance.
If you’re quietly struggling, I want you to know: you’re not weak, and you’re definitely not alone. If you’re a med student who’s ever thought about psychiatry but felt unsure, listen closely, this one’s for you, too.
🎧 Tap play to hear the conversation that might just shift something in you.
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💬 And if you’re looking for support or mentorship, whether you’re struggling or considering psychiatry, reach out to Dr. Naga Bodapati. He means it when he says he’s here to help.
Because healing doesn’t start with advice, it starts with someone who listens.
Dr. Satish Bodapati (Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist)
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