Y.A.N.A. is an audio-visual production that prioritizes mental health awareness for individuals with disabilities, varying professions, and a wide range of ages. Our goal is to provide a safe space for those who struggle with mental health by sharing their stories and experiences through our podcast. Join us in breaking the stigma around mental health and let's tackle this together
Breaking the Silence: How Eating Disorders Impact Mental Health with Meliane Teleo
In this episode of YANA LV Brannagh is joined by Meliane Teleo, a resilient 17-year-old who shares her experiences with an eating disorder as well as the research she conducted on this topic.
27 Jun 2024
Focus and Resilience: Tessa's Journey with ADHD and Mental Health
In this episode of YANA LV, Brannagh welcomes Tessa Francis, a 17-year-old who was diagnosed with ADHD a few years ago. Tessa opens up about her journey with ADHD and its impact on her mental health.
27 Jun 2024
Balancing Act: A High School Cheerleader's Journey with Mental Health
In this episode of YANA LV Brannagh is joined by Melanie Rios, a competitive cheerleader who has been committed to the sport since she was young. Melanie shares the challenges of her cheerleading journey and how she triumphed over them.
3 Nov 2023
The correlation of cognitive development and mental health
In this episode of yana LV Brannagh and Diya are joined by Professor Meyers. Professor Meyers is in the psychology department and discusses the science of children and how they develop throughout life, including cognitive development. She discusses how this impacted her mental health and how she is helping others cope with theirs.
3 Nov 2023
The correlation of pyschology and mental health with Dr. Wenze
Dr. Wenze, a psychologist research professor at Lafayette, joins this episode of Yana LV Brannagh. She discusses what got her into this field how it has impacted her mental health, and how she uses her occupation to help others.
3 Nov 2023
Getting help should be normalized pt 2
In this episode of Yana LV Brannagh and Diya are joined by Kristen, a member of the Club House. She opens up about her own experiences of mental health and how the Club House has helped her.
3 Nov 2023
Getting help should be normalized
In this episode of Yana LV Diya and Brannagh are joined by Chris Stout director of the mental health organization called "Club House." He discusses his role in the community such as how he is helping others who are struggling with their mental health.
3 Nov 2023
The effects of tranquilizing mental health with Author Amanda Griemes
In this episode of Yana LV Brannagh and Diya are joined by author Amanda Griemes. Mrs. Griemes discusses how being Diagnosed at the age of twenty with rapid-cycling Bipolar Disorder with schizoaffective episodic delusions, has impacted her mental well-being.
26 Aug 2023
Episode twelve - Be kind, Be supportive, We are all human!
In this episode of yana lv Diya is joined by Jay Galgano who discusses what its like being apart of the lgbtq+ community and how that has impacted his mental health over the years.
4 Aug 2023
episode eleven - The impact of mental health on photography
In this episode of Yana, Brannagh, and Diya are joined by Sierra Smith, a researcher, and an upcoming student at Wake Forest. Sierra discusses the benefits photography has on mental health.
4 Aug 2023
episode 10 - Influencing the NeXX Generation
In this episode of Yana, Brannagh and Diya are joined by student, researcher, influencer, and biochemistry major, Sierra Smith. Sierra, who plans on attending Wake Forest in the fall discusses the impact mental health has on women in STEM.
4 Aug 2023
episode nine "Embracing Self Love: The Struggle of Appearance as a Teenager"
Welcome back to another episode of Yana where we discuss all things related to mental health. In this episode, Diya Sharma is joined by Moravian Academy senior Anya Chadha. Anya dives into her mental health regarding her appearance, social expectations of beauty, and how others can learn the art of self-love.
1 Aug 2023
episode eight- Victoria
In this episode of Yana, Diya, and Brannagh are joined by Victoria, who is the head organizer of the fundraising committee at the Haven House. Not only does she share the importance of fundraising for mental health, but how simply raising awareness isn't enough.
1 Aug 2023
episode seven - KC
In this episode of Yana, Diya, and Brannagh are joined by Haven House member KC. KC shares her experience on why she works on bringing awareness to the misconceptions of mental health and how the stigma still thrives.
1 Aug 2023
episode six- Jill
In this episode of Yana, Diya and Brannagh are joined by Jill, a member of the Haven House; a mental health service to residents throughout the Lehigh Valley area of Pennsylvania. Not only does she discuss how we can bring awareness to mental health but how individuals are not alone.
1 Aug 2023
episode five- Malik
In this episode of yana, Diya and Brannagh are joined by Malik. Malik is a member of the Haven House, a "mental health service to residents throughout the Lehigh Valley area of Pennsylvania." Not only does she discuss how we can bring awareness to mental health but how individuals are not alone.
1 Aug 2023
episode four - Samara Vasishta
In this episode of Yana, Brannagh is joined by Samara. Samara discusses what it was like growing up and witnessing her parents divorce at a young age. Although she has her struggles she shares how she continues to stay positive!
1 Aug 2023
episode three - Francoise
In this episode of Yana, Brannagh is joined by Francois. Francois discusses her struggles with her transition from France to the united states. Although Francoise has her struggles, she shares how she continues to stay positive!
26 Jul 2023
episode two - Angie Perrucci
In this episode, Brannagh is joined by three-sport varsity athlete and captain, Angie Perrucci. Angie discusses what it is like coping with having her acl torn twice.
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