Orkideh Behrouzan

About the Author

Orkideh Behrouzan is an anthropologist and writer whose work delves into the intersections of mental health, cultural memory, and societal transformation in the Middle East. With a PhD from Stanford University, she has taught at institutions like the University of Oxford and SOAS University of London, blending rigorous academic inquiry with poignant narrative storytelling. Her acclaimed book, Prozak Diaries: Psychiatry and Generational Memory in Iran, explores how psychiatric discourses and antidepressant use have reshaped generational identities in post-revolutionary Iran, offering profound insights into the psychological impacts of political upheaval. Behrouzan's writing bridges personal stories with broader socio-cultural analyses, illuminating the human experience amid rapid modernization and historical trauma. She continues to contribute to global conversations on mental health equity and cultural resilience through her essays and ongoing research.