Mind You with DK

In this episode of  Mind You with DK , we dive into what it really means to  do the work in therapy —especially for Black men navigating mental health in a world that often misunderstands them. When Gucci Mane revealed he’s living with schizoaffective disorder, it sparked a conversation far beyond celebrity headlines — one about stigma, representation, and healing in the Black community. For clari...

The data says it all — but do we really listen? In this episode of  Mind You with DK , we talk about  Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome  — a concept introduced by Dr. Joy DeGruy that explores how the trauma of slavery still shows up in our minds, behaviors, and communities today. It’s  not  a recognized mental health disorder, but a framework that helps us understand the lasting psychological effects...

In this first episode, host Dakotah Aiyanna — researcher, artist, and educator — introduces the heart behind  Mind You with DK . This show explores the mind through psychology, culture, and creativity, asking real questions about how we think, how we heal, and who we’re becoming. Join Dakotah as she shares her story, the purpose of the podcast, and what you can expect from future conversations — s...

This isn’t your textbook psychology podcast. I’m Dakotah Carter — researcher, educator, and storyteller — and this is  Mind You with DK . Every mind has a story. Every thought leaves a mark. Here, we break down how the brain, culture, and healing connect — from trauma and therapy to creativity, memory, and growth in the Black community. No fluff. No filters. Just real stories, real science, and re...