Are You Truly Mature? The Real Human Growth & Maturity | Dr. Naqeebullah Zaki | TEDxKabulUniversity

NOTE FROM TED: This talk represents the speaker’s personal views and understanding of spirituality, mental health, and development; some viewers may be offended by it. Please do not look to this talk for mental health advice. We’ve flagged this talk because it falls outside the content guidelines TED gives TEDx organizers. TEDx events are independently organized by volunteers. The guidelines we give TEDx organizers are described in more detail here: What is REAL human growth? How many types of human growth exist? Is physical growth the only type of human growth? What is the relationship between nations’ development or backwardness with human growth? What is the primary factor that determines the development or backwardness of Nations? Why are some nations developed and others not? What are the primary factors contributing to conflicts, devastation, and psychological ailments such as depression and anxiety? Join Dr. Naqeebullah Zaki as he delves into this topic, exploring the four key dimensions of human development and maturity that offer potential solutions to these pressing issues. Dr. Zaki, a Ph.D. candidate in mental health from TATA Institute of Social Sciences, has dedicated his life to help diminish the suffering of those in need as a medical professional, civil advocate, and a humanitarian actor for over 20 years. As the head of the Health & Nutrition sector of a well-known INGO, Islamic Relief Afghanistan, he’s currently in charge of overseeing the health and nutrition needs of some 300k vulnerable Afghans in 10 provinces of the country. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at