Ask Dr. Applewhite

How can we address the Stress, Fear, and Anxiety surrounding our workplaces and our schools? We must find ways to cope with our feelings to avoid DISABILITY from STRESS. Ask Dr. Applewhite, Host & Military Veteran, and the Students and Veterans of White Apple Institute about ways to function effectively at school and work amidst our violent times. We hope the information shared will prove comforting to all those affected by gun violence and domestic terrorism. We send loving regards to all families of the San Bernardino Regional Center, as well as those affected by losses from Columbine, Sandy Hook and so many other innocent victims of senseless shooting tragedies in our country. To support our students and Veterans with disabilities reach their education and workforce goals visit http://whiteappleinstitute.org (Veteran operated nonprofit) and click on DONATE. This show is a rerun previously aired as “Do You Know Anyone who is Afraid to go to SCHOOL?” 2014.

Ask Dr. Applewhite (Host, Counselor. Educator and Army Veteran),  how Veterans with Disability can help others overcome the fear of asking for accommodations at school and work. Many students and employees hide their challenges to read, listen, and communicate until their performance is affected.  Guests address asking for accommodations from Disabled Student Resources and Employee Assistance Programs. Hear Special Guest, Dr. Beverly Poellnitz, Educator, Entrepreneur, from Maricopa Community College and others, as they enlighten us on how cultural considerations must be given when discussing any issue of learning, mental health,  and performance. To support our students and Veterans with disabilities reach their education and workforce goals visit http://whiteappleinstitute.org (Veteran operated nonprofit) and click on DONATE. This show previously aired in 2014 as Ask Dr. Applewhite About Support for Learning Disabilities.

So many are stressed out over the war-like violence affecting Paris, Syria, the USA, and other places in our world. It is not easy dealing with the stress of war and violence when performing at work and school. Dr. Danita Applewhite and other Veterans discuss managing stress in the civilian classroom and the workplace that will inspire those who listen to this show. The students of White Apple Institute dedicate this show with deepest compassion to all those affected by so much senseless violence and war.. Learn more about how you can Support our Veterans with disabilities in reaching their education and workforce goals visit http://whiteappleinstitute.org . Click on Radio to listen to episodes of Ask Dr. Applewhite Radio Talk Show (formerly Student2Teacher) show any day of the week. This show previously aired in 2014 as The Impact of Stress, As It Relates to War, School, and Work.

How can we know when a Veteran, Student, or Employee has lost hope? Ask Dr. Applewhite, how she is helping fellow Veterans by increasing our awareness of the warning signs of hopelessness. This episode is expected to bring comfort to those faced with depression, pain, stress, and loss of hope that can lead to suicide. Special Guest Steve Schiro, Educator and President of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AZ Chapter) shares prevention and intervention techniques that have helped hundreds of students restore their hope and achieve their goals. Learn more about how you can support Veterans with disabilities in reaching their education and workforce goals visit http://whiteappleinstitute.org Click on Radio to listen to episodes of Ask Dr. Applewhite Radio Talk Show (formerly Student2Teacher) show any day of the week. Previously aired a year ago as Students and Teachers Losing and Restoring Hope.

How can we know when a Veteran, Student, or Employee has lost hope? Ask Dr. Applewhite, how she is helping fellow Veterans by increasing our awareness of the warning signs of hopelessness. This episode is expected to bring comfort to those faced with depression, pain, stress, and loss of hope that can lead to suicide.  Special Guest Steve Schiro, Educator and President of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AZ Chapter) shares prevention and intervention techniques that have helped hundreds of students restore their hope and achieve their goals. Learn more about how you can support Veterans with disabilities in reaching their education and workforce goals visit http://whiteappleinstitute.org Click on Radio to listen to episodes of Ask Dr. Applewhite Radio Talk Show (formerly Student2Teacher) show any day of the week. Previously aired a year ago as Students and Teachers Losing and Restoring Hope.

Unfortunately, one of the most overlooked and devalued groups of people are those with disabilities. In the USA, the most progressive country in the world, there is still great disparity in the treatment and access to school and work opportunities for differently-abled persons, especially those with non-visible and mental disabilities.  We can openly discuss the disparity by our willingness to consider the potential of genius within every human being, regardless of the level of their abilities. Our special guest is Dr. Will Moreland, a military veteran and author of the critically acclaimed book Genius Potential.  He is known as  America's #1 Leadership Life Trainer and appears frequently on national television shows to share his insights on leadership, personal development and current events. Your donation of at least $5 or more will support our radio broadcasts, and allow us to continue helping Adult Learners/Students and Veterans with disabilities reach their education and workforce goals? Visit http://whiteappleinstitute.org and click on DONATE. Click on RADIO to listen to episodes of the Ask Dr. Applewhite ™ Radio Talk Show anytime 24/7.

The latest protesters in the U.S. media are chanting that Black Lives Matter? and it is true. However, in the interest of humanity, we must teach others that "all lives matter". The numerous injustices to African Americans and other minorities, specifically those with disabilities, must encourage our focus on the solutions. This show is full of inspiring stories from Veterans who overcame traumas that made them believe their lives really matter. Special Guest Thomas Magnum, State Independent Living Council in Washington, DC, Advocate. White Apple Institute, sponsor of the Ask Dr. Applewhite Radio Talk Show encourages Adult Learners and Employees to accept the challenge to change the perception of disabled to differently-abled?. All shows feature Vet2Vet Talk with Mitch Caviness and other Veterans. Your one-time or monthly recurring tax-deductible donation of $5 or more to White Apple Institute will support our radio broadcasts, and allow us to continue helping Adult Learners/Students and Veterans with disabilities reach their education and workforce goals. Visit http://whiteappleinstitute.org and click on DONATE. Click on RADIO to listen to archived episodes of the Ask Dr. Applewhite (formerly Student2Teacher) Radio Talk Show anytime 24/7.

How does a Disabled Veteran end up Homeless? Ask Dr. Applewhite and the students of White Apple Institute.This is the episode of the Ask Dr. Applewhite Radio Talk Show that must be shared with every Veteran, Adult Learner/Student, and Employee with a mental or physical disability. Most Americans who listen to the news are aware that there are hungry and homeless Veterans, as well as Non-Veterans, in America. However, they are not aware that many of these Veterans are dealing with homelessness while juggling school, work, and family responsibilities. Special Guests Melinda Vail, Intuitive Therapist and Barbara Gardner, Counselor at TERROS mental health agency in Phoenix share unique perspectives with Listeners. Your donation of at least $5 or more will support our radio broadcasts, and allow us to continue helping Veterans who are Adult Learners/Students  with disabilities reach their education and workforce goals? Visit http://whiteappleinstitute.org and click on DONATE. Click on RADIO to listen to episodes of the Ask Dr. Applewhite Radio Talk Show anytime 24/7.

Do most people perceive disabled persons as beautiful and productive? Ask Dr. Applewhite. People with visible and non-visible physical disabilities are reminded constantly by advertisements that able-bodied persons are beautiful, productive, and successful. However, most people hold the perception that a physically or mentally disabled person is just the opposite. Supermodel Beverly Johnson, Spokesperson for the Global Down Syndrome Foundation 2014 and recipient of the Quincy Jones Exceptional Advocacy Award,  is our Special Guest and will share a unique perspective of how perceptions of beauty and disability can be changed. Host Dr. Danita Applewhite, Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor and Educator, encourages fellow Veterans, students, and employees with Disability to change their self-perceptions and images to enhance education and workforce success. Our show also features VET2VET Talk with Co-Host Mitch Caviness and other Veterans sharing their perspectives and nationwide announcements. Your tax-deductible donation of $5 or more monthly at http://whiteappleinstitute.org will support our men and women Veterans with school and workforce challenges. Click on RADIO to listen to archived episodes of the Ask Dr. Applewhite (formerly Student2Teacher) Radio Talk Show anytime 24/7. This episode is a rerun previously broadcasted live May 2015.

Do mass shootings cause students and employees feelings of shame to admit to mental illness? White Apple Institute staff and students send condolescences to those affected by the senseless violence on college campuses in Oregon and throughout the United States. We encourage those dealing with mental health issues to continue seeking help and overcome any embarassment. Hopefully, this archived show will empower you! 

Host, Dr. Danita Applewhite and special guest Dr. E. Douglass Brown, share a unique insight about the stigma of mental illness and how it relates to depression and addiction. Hear students, teachers, and Veterans discuss how to identify symptoms, overcome shame, and get confidential help. Dr. E. Douglas Brown is a clinical psychologist and author.  Your donation of at least $5 or more will support our radio broadcasts, and allow us to continue helping Adult Learners/Students and Veterans with disabilities reach their education and workforce goals? Visit http://whiteappleinstitute.org and click on DONATE.  Click on RADIO to listen to episodes of the Ask Dr. Applewhite™ Radio Talk Show anytime 24/7.  This broadcast is a rerun of The Shame of Mental Illness aired 1-18-14.