Ask Dr. Applewhite

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. In addition, she will share prevention and intervention techniques that have helped hundreds of students 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 depression and loss of hope that can lead to suicide.  Learn more about how you can support students and Veterans with disabilities in reaching their education and workforce goals visit http://whiteappleinstitute.org Click on Radio to listen to episodes of the Student2Teacher ™ show any day of the week.

The number of women veterans with disabilities has doubled in the last decade, specifically related to PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) and MST (Military Sexual Trauma). Learn about how they are overcoming the challenges of school, work, family responsibilities, non-visible disabilities and discriminatory practices. Join Host, Dr. Danita Applewhite, Army Veteran, and her Special Guest Sue Wudy, Marine Veteran. Sue Wudy is a representative for many Veterans organizations (Women’s Army Corp Veterans Association, Paralyzed Veterans of America, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Vietnam Veterans and many more) and has an inspiring story to tell. Learn more about how you can support our students and Veterans with disabilities in reaching their education and workforce goals visithttp://whiteappleinstitute.org Click on Radio to listen to episodes of the Student2Teacher ™ show any day of the week.

Many of us discuss ways to improve our “physical” health by nutrition, diet, exercise, environment and prevention. Listen to Host, Dr. Danita Applewhite with students, teachers, employees, and Veterans discuss ways to improve our “mental” health. Special Guest Dr. E. Douglas Brown, clinical psychologist and author will focus on how we can identify and develop the “true self” to maintain a healthy mind. Hear the Vet2Vet news and commentary, at the close of the show, for ways to improve success for all men and women Veterans. Special Guest Sgt. Leon Dunson, Artist, Advocate, discusses his recovery from PTSD. Learn more about how you can support our students and Veterans with disabilities in reaching their education and workforce goals visit http://whiteappleinstitute.org Click on Radio to listen to episodes of the Student2Teacher ™ show any day of the week.

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. To learn more about how you can support our students and Veterans with disabilities in reaching their education and workforce goals visit http://whiteappleinstitute.org -Click Radio and listen to archived shows 24/7.

Has the bombardment of news about deadly shootings as they relate to mental illness increased your apprehension to hire and teach persons with mental or learning challenges? Has the news disempowered students and employees to seek accommodations in the workplace or at school? Unfortunately, there are many educators, employers, health care professionals, and even religious leaders who are not aware of the potential of those diagnosed with mental illness. In many communities, the access to mental health services, including medications, is still a major problem. Our Special Guest, Dr. Daniel Fischer, Author and Advocate, is a board-certified psychiatrist who completed his residency at Harvard Medical School. Most importantly, he has recovered from schizophrenia and is Executive Director of the National Empowerment Center. Host, Dr. Danita Applewhite is joined by students, teachers, and Veterans to discuss the solutions needed to empower others to succeed. Learn more about how you can support our students and Veterans with disabilities in reaching their education and workforce goals visit http://whiteappleinstitute.org Click on Radio to listen to episodes of the Student2Teacher ™ show any day of the week.

Most teachers, from elementary to college levels, are able to identify when students have difficulty learning, within the first weeks of a semester. However, this Student2Teacher™ radio show will clarify how support, referrals, and accommodations are provided more effectively. Our Special Guests, Professor Kelmer Muhammad, Educator, Author, and Dr. Beverly Poellnitz, Educator, Entrepreneur, will enlighten us on how cultural considerations must be given when discussing any issue of mental health and performance. Host, Dr. Danita Applewhite shares current trends for employers, as well as teachers, that will help with ways to provide accommodations and stay legal with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Hear VET2VET conversations about how Student Veterans address asking for accommodations from Disabled Student Resources  and Employee Assistance Programs. To learn more about how you can support our students and Veterans with disabilities in reaching their education and workforce goals visit http://whiteappleinstitute.org -Click Radio and listen to archived shows 24/7.

We must address the fear and anxiety surrounding our students, teachers, and staff within our schools. This rerun show will prove helpful to the recent school shootings in Sparks, Nevada to Arapahoe. Although violence and gun shootings reported by the media overwhelm us there are even more issues that must be addressed, such as mentally-ill teachers and students, molestation, and sexual harassment in religious, private, and public schools. It is critical that we trust those in leadership positions to help solve the problems not create them. Join Dr. Applewhite and guests in their discussion of the real solution which is LOVE. Love is the only energy that can rid us of fear. Special Guest Dr. Jamila Williams, Educator.  Hear helpful traveling tips for persons with disabilities and Veterans. Listen to the episodes of the Student2Teacher ™ show any day of the week and see our schedule of LIVE shows by visiting the RADIO section at www.whiteappleinstitute.org . To learn more about how you can support our students and Veterans with disabilities in reaching their education and workforce goals visithttp://whiteappleinstitute.org

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 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.  To learn more about how you can support our students and Veterans with disabilities in reaching their education and workforce goals visit http://whiteappleinstitute.org -Click on Radio and listen to archived shows 24/7

The anxiety and stress from racism has affected people of all races and ethnicities, especially African-Americans! It is anticipated that our discussion will encourage teachers and counselors to explore the psychological impact of racism in African-American, as well as other students of all ages.  The media has placed great attention on the George Zimmerman/Trayvon Martin murder trial and there are many broken hearts over the verdict. The continued political and media hype are shining light on the negative statistics associated with unemployment, education, and poverty of African-American males. Although the statistics are relevant, it is necessary that we shine light on the progress of African-Americans and how many people do "get along" regardless of race. Veterans will speak about how the military has also progressed in the area of racism. Join Dr. Applewhite and guests in a positive discussion on ways to heal the scars of racism. Special Guest Dr. Beverly Johnson, retired ASU professor, author. Listen to the episodes of the Student2Teacher ™ show any day of the week and see our schedule of LIVE shows by visiting the RADIO section at www.whiteappleinstitute.org . To learn more about how you can support our students and Veterans with disabilities in reaching their education and workforce goals visit http://whiteappleinstitute.org

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. Our media places great attention on murder-suicide incidents, for example the recent loss of Senator Creigh Deeds’ son, and so many others because intervention was not available. Unfortunately, minimal attention is given to effective and positive prevention, as well as, intervention. Join Host,         Dr. Danita Applewhite and guests in sharing techniques to identify and overcome depression. Welcome back Special Guests Melinda Vail, Intuitive Therapist and Steve Schiro, Educator and President of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, (AZ Chapter). They will share an update on the success of the nationwide “Out of Darkness Walks” to bring awareness, comfort and assistance to those dealing with this daunting problem.  Listen to the episodes of the Student2Teacher ™ show any day of the week and see our schedule of LIVE shows by visiting the RADIO section at www.whiteappleinstitute.org .