From Tragedy to Triumph | Inspiring Life of Dr. Anam Najam | Part 1

In this powerful and emotional video interview, we sit down with Dr. Anam Najam, the first quadriplegic psychiatrist in Pakistan, based in Muzaffarabad, Azad Jammu & Kashmir (AJK). Shot in a tragic incident in 2008, Dr. Najam was left paralyzed from the neck down, but her determination to pursue her dream of helping others never wavered.

In this deeply personal conversation, Dr. Anam shares her life story, her experiences with grief, suffering, trauma and how she found purpose in resilience and service.

From becoming a top student in AJK to completing her MBBS after the life-altering incident, earning a Chevening Scholarship to study War and Psychiatry at King’s College London, and now serving as a consultant psychiatrist at CMH Muzaffarabad, Dr. Najam’s journey is nothing short of remarkable.

We talk about:
Her traumatic injury and battle with quadriplegia
Mental health in Pakistan and the stigma around it
Her work in spinal cord injury rehabilitation (SCIPPER)
Advice for people facing loss, disability, or despair
What keeps her going through adversity

This is more than an interview — it’s a message of hope, perseverance, and empowerment.

0:00 Introduction
0:55 Reflections on Childhood
1:53 The Journey to Medicine
2:15 Love for School and Academics
2:51 Resilience Through Tragedy
4:19 Embracing Life, Learning, and Lasting Friendships
5:04 The Incident That Changed Everything
6:25 From Denial to the Reality of a New Life
8:12 A Family’s Love Through the Struggle
9:43 A Mother's Sacrifice
11:19 In conversation with Dr. Anam’s Mother
13:12 The Role of Parental Support
14:06 Overcoming Grief and Adversity
14:38 The Journey of Care and Recovery
15:04 Importance of Parental Presence and Support
15:45 Continuing Education Amidst Struggle
20:45 The College’s Role in the Journey
21:35 Embracing Life’s Challenges as Opportunities
23:14 The Path to Psychiatry
25:29 Embracing New Reality and Pursuing Career

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