Ask Dr. Applewhite

Can you share an explanation of why mental disorders and suicides have increased among Student Veterans and other Adult Learners? Most critical is how teachers at all levels are identifying and addressing violent and aggressive behavior, mood disorders, and suicidal tendencies. The American Psychological Association states that “untreated depression can lead to suicide”.  This is cause for alarm, specifically with Student Veterans who are balancing disability issues, in addition to family, school, and work schedules. Special Guest Dr. Beverly Poellnitz, Educator, Entrepreneur. 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 Student2Teacher ™ Radio Talk Show anytime 24/7.  This broadcast is a rerun of Students & Veterans Discuss Depression at School aired 1-4-14.

Can you share an explanation of why mental disorders and suicides have increased among Student Veterans and other Adult Learners? Most critical is how teachers at all levels are identifying and addressing violent and aggressive behavior, mood disorders, and suicidal tendencies. The American Psychological Association states that “untreated depression can lead to suicide”.  This is cause for alarm, specifically with Student Veterans who are balancing disability issues, in addition to family, school, and work schedules. Special Guest Dr. Beverly Poellnitz, Educator, Entrepreneur. 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 Student2Teacher ™ Radio Talk Show anytime 24/7.  This broadcast is a rerun of Students & Veterans Discuss Depression at School aired 1-4-14.

ATTENTION: ASK Dr. Applewhite in person at the African-American Symposium on Disabilities on February 27, 2015 in Phoenix. Learn more at www.abil.org

This show is an appreciation of Black History Month every February. The staff and students of White Apple Institute, anticipate that people of every ethnicity will continue to experience the reflections of success and the fulfillment of "impossible" dreams by our ancestors of African descent. Adult Learners/Students and Employees ASK Dr. Applewhite about "What it "REALLY" means to be labeled as African-American and Disabled". Dr. Applewhite and Guests will discuss ways to overcome the emotional stress and rehabilitate from the psychological, educational and social impact of being labeled. Also, hear and share TIPS on Legal Advocacy and maintaining Healthy Minds and Bodies for success, at school and work, with Lenora Arnold. Our show closes with Vet2Vet Talk with Mitch Caviness, and fellow Veterans, discussing their views on the topic, and sharing updates on benefits and events.

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We celebrate Black History Month. Ask Dr. Applewhite IN Person at the African American Symposium on Disabilities in Phoenix, AZ, on February 27, 2015, More info at www.abil.org.Can a person with mental disabilities and emotional challenges achieve peak performance and develop as a transformational leader? There are too many people, including Veterans, assuming that they are unable to succeed at school and work because of their state of mind. Adult students, teachers, and employers join Dr. Danita Applewhite in discussing how to adapt to PTSD, Anxiety, Depression and other mood disorders. Special Guest Dr. Vernet Joseph, author, consultant in productivity training, and a military officer will discuss how he helps individuals to discover and develop their passions and produce success! Veterans join our VET2VET™ segment for news updates and commentary at the end of the show.

this show is a re-broadcast aired on 4-5-2014 as “Becoming A Productive Student and Employee”. We appreciate your one time or monthly donation of at least $5 or more to continue our radio broadcasts and help our students and Veterans with disabilities, in reaching their education and workforce goals? Visit http://whiteappleinstitute.org and click on DONATE. Click on Radio to listen to episodes of the Student2Teacher ™ radio show any day or time of the week.”

The term discrimination is too often associated with racism versus disability. In addition, racism and discrimination are frequently related in the U.S. media to the victimization of African-Americans and other Non-White groups by White Americans. As a result, African-American students with mental/learning or physical disabilities are often overlooked as they face the challenges of higher education and workforce success. Dr. Applewhite  is joined by Special Guest Professor Kelmer Muhammad (Educator, Entrepreneur, Author) to discuss discrimination and realistic solutions. This is a previous broadcast aired on 11-16-13 as “Students Discuss Reality of Discrimination We appreciate your one time or monthly donation of at least $5 or more to continue our radio broadcasts and help our students and Veterans with disabilities, in reaching their education and workforce goals? Visithttp://whiteappleinstitute.org and click on DONATE. Veterans conclude our show with news updates for Veterans who are students. Click on Radio to listen to episodes of the Student2Teacher ™ radio show any day of the week.”.

The shame and embarrassment about any form of disability can be found in most ethnic groups. However, there is a higher prevalence of stigmas over mental and physical disability in African-American and Latino groups. 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 Student2Teacher ™ Radio Talk Show anytime 24/7.  This broadcast is a rerun of The Shame of Mental Illness aired 1-18-14.

 

Ask Dr. Applewhite IN PERSON at the 4th Annual African American Symposium on Disabilities, February 27, 2015 Learn more http://www.abil.org/2015aas/ . Highlights will be available on radio at www.askdrapplewhite.com

This show is dedicated to an exclusive interview with Dr. Rachael Ross, MD, PhD, a family doctor and therapist in the field of Sexology. She will join Dr. Danita Applewhite, PhD, CRC, a rehabilitation counselor and educator in the field of Psychology in a unique discussion of how adult students, as well as teachers, can manage relationship and sexuality issues to avoid work performance problems. These two professionals will encourage Listeners to explore ways to manage stressful relationships that many times result in dropping out of school or sabotaging job or career plans. There will be an emphasis on managing the stress from troublesome relationships for the person with mental or physical disabilities (i.e. depression, PTSD, cancer, diabetes, fibromyalgia, etc). The staff at White Apple Institute prepare the show topics based on the actual psychosocial issues faced by our Listeners and Clientele, (i.e. Adult Students with disabilities/Teachers/Employees, and those working or living with persons with disabilities), motivating each other to shine the light on our different abilities. Join Dr. Applewhite, Host, and guests live at 10 am (AZ-GMT zone) on Saturdays by chat or calling 1-646-727-3758; or, LISTEN ANYTIME to the archived shows at http://blogtalkradio.com/student2teacher

Dr. Applewhite discusses the reasons why parents drop-out of college and the workforce. These are parents categorized as "non-traditional" adult learners/students that do not fit the stereotype held of the "traditional" college student.Adult students with a learning or mental disability, who are parents, carry the additional responsibility of being a role model for their own children to finish school and learning to advocate for accommodations. Hear a unique insight on working parents with mental illness in light of Miriam Carey's shooting incident last year. This show will also shed light on the many alarming reasons Adult Learners/Students drop-out and struggle with the idea of going to back to school and finishing the courses started. Awareness is the first step needed to motivate and encourage those struggling to manage family responsibilities, stressful work and school schedules, and even non-visible disabilities. Special Guests are educational experts, Dr. Kelmer Muhammad and Dr. Sarah Tolliver who share ideas about managing stress to prevent drop-out. Join Dr. Applewhite and guests as they discuss how many overcome difficult experiences and transitions, especially Student Veterans with families. Your donation of at least $5 or more will support our radio broadcasts, and allow us to continue helping 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 Student2Teacher ™ Radio Talk Show anytime 24/7. This broadcast is a rerun previously aired 11-1-14.

Dr. Applewhite discusses the reasons why parents drop-out of college and the workforce. These are parents categorized as "non-traditional" adult learners/students that do not fit the stereotype held of the "traditional" college student.Adult students with a learning or mental disability, who are parents, carry the additional responsibility of being a role model for their own children to finish school and learning to advocate for accommodations. Hear a unique insight on working parents with mental illness in light of Miriam Carey's shooting incident last year. This show will also shed light on the many alarming reasons Adult Learners/Students drop-out and struggle with the idea of going to back to school and finishing the courses started. Awareness is the first step needed to motivate and encourage those struggling to manage family responsibilities, stressful work and school schedules, and even non-visible disabilities. Special Guests are educational experts, Dr. Kelmer Muhammad and Dr. Sarah Tolliver who share ideas about managing stress to prevent drop-out. Join Dr. Applewhite and guests as they discuss how many overcome difficult experiences and transitions, especially Student Veterans with families. Your donation of at least $5 or more will support our radio broadcasts, and allow us to continue helping 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 Student2Teacher ™ Radio Talk Show anytime 24/7. This broadcast is a rerun previously aired 11-1-14.

How can teachers and employers know when a student and/or employee has lost hope? Host, Dr. Danita Applewhite helps us understand the importance of being aware of the warning signs of hopelessness and depression that lead to suicidal thoughts. In addition, she will share prevention and intervention techniques that have helped thousands of Adult Learners/Students and employees restore their hope and achieve their goals. Special Guest Steve Schiro, Educator and President of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AZ Chapter) shares an update on the success of the nationwide “Out of Darkness Walks”. This episode is expected to bring comfort to those faced with the disability of depression and loss of hope that can lead to suicide. 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 Student2Teacher ™ Radio Talk Show anytime 24/7.