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- Ignoring Mental Health Conditions That May Affect Success at School and Work-Part ThreeProfessor Applewhite discusses information about a college student who shares that he has frequent mood changes. At times, he feels on top of the world and other times he feels very depressed and irritable with everyone around him. After being diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder, he refused to take his prescribed medication because he felt his sex life, performance at work, and night classes were being negatively affected. Many persons, including students and teachers, are concerned about whether they or someone close may have Bipolar Disorder, Depression or other mental health conditions and how these conditions influence their performance. Also, enjoy other teachers, counselors, and Nazim Rashid as he shares related issues from his upcoming book “Reconnected”. Join us this and every Saturday, 10-11am (AZ time) on the Student2Teacher radio show on Internet at http://www.blogtalkradio.com for exciting and positive discussions. This show is sponsored by White Apple Institute, dedicated to assisting adult students with disabilities and disadvantages, visit us at http://whiteappleinstitute.org .1 hr 1 min
- Ignoring Mental Health Conditions That May Affect Success - Part TwoJoin Professor Applewhite as she discusses social phobia or social anxiety. Listen how to address nervousness, stomach pains, sweating, and other reactions associated with shyness. Severe shyness that impacts speaking up in a classroom or socializing at work is categorized as an Anxiety Disorder. Discuss and learn how most shyness is connected to fear. FEAR is a reaction that usually does not indicate that a situation is dangerous, however it may be perceived as harmful to a person because of their perceptions formed from past traumas or influences. Also, enjoy other teachers, counselors, and Nazim Rashid as he shares related issues from his upcoming book “Reconnected”. Call 1-646-727-3758 or login to the Student2Teacher2Student© at blogtalkradio.com1 hr 1 min
- Ignoring Mental Health Conditions May Affect SuccessProfessor Applewhite agrees with most mental health researchers that any behavioral and emotional conditions that are ignored from childhood and throughout adulthood is going to affect our success at school/college and work. Specifically, conditions that are passed down from one generation to the next such as co-dependency. Repressed emotions and disregard for their own needs are the quickest signs to identify this condition. Listen to Co-host Nazim Rashid as he joins Professor Applewhite and many guests as they share in this positive discussion. Hear the show anytime by clicking on archived episodes.1 hr 1 min
- Are you a Satisfactory Model for Those you Teach?Professor Applewhite shares the importance of modeling as the first and most significant way we learn from early childhood throughout late adulthood. This show explores how we can become excellent models and change the behavior and attitudes of our children. Our Co-Host Nazim Rashid, guest teachers and parents will share ways of how many forms of bullying can be traced back to the classroom ad home environment. Join us by calling 1-646-727-3758 Saturday mornings, 10-11am AZ time.1 hr 2 min
- When was the Last time you called yourself stupid!?The whole concept behind the word “stupid” can bring up all sorts of angry feelings, specifically for those already dealing with feelings of low self-esteem. Join Professor Applewhite and co-host NAZIM Razim and other guests in our discussion on the how to overcome these feelings and help those you love to overcome teasing and bullying in this area.1 hr 2 min
- We Welcome Special Guest Author Nazim RashidNazim Rashid has held the titles of:- Counselor- Life Skills- Training Coordinator- Education Consultant- Character Education Developer- Personal Development Trainer- Drug and Mental Health Counselor- Workshop Facilitator- Youth Program Director- AuthorNazim Rashid has been helping communities, organizations, and individual regain their sense of power, control and self-esteem since 1978. His particular interests have covered a wide array of fields. He has served the community as a Counselor in the fields of mental health, substance abuse and the previously incarcerated. He has served as a Trainer creating a Teen Educators= model, mentoring and training adolescents in the areas of Conflict Resolution, Listening and Communications Skills, Drug Recovery using the 12 Step approach, Peer Counseling techniques and establishing support groups. These trained youth received additional training to then train and teach other youth to become trainers themselves. Nazim has also served as a Teacher for the severely emotionally disturbed adolescents, autistic children and adults and private music students. He has additionally served as a Consultant working with organizations and schools, empowering staff, students and community members to realize their higher potential.He has been operating as the CEO of his consulting firm, ANazim Rashid Consulting,@ since 1993, certified by San Francisco=s Community Board for Conflict Resolution Training, recently recognized by the International Who=s Who of Professional Management for his work with the youth and is currently in their 2001 directory. He also has to his credit his first publication, curriculum and training manual entitled Young Fathers= Life Skills Curriculum and Facilitators= Guide. His second publication entitled, Reconnected – How To Be A Mentor To Your Child-Self, focuses on repairing emotional wounds experienced in childhood while learning valuable personal development skills.48 min
- Success at School & Work Related to Prescription Drug Use –Part TwoHow many drugs do you take to feel better at school or work? The answer is usually “I DO NOT TAKE DRUGS UNLESS THEIR PRESCRIBED TO ME”. Professor Applewhite, your host, will share some shocking news about prescription drugs and how Adult Learners are more vulnerable to take drugs that help them sleep, stay awake, stay energized, and focused. Our co-host, Nazim Rashid, will continue his discussion on addiction.1 hr 3 min
- Success at School & Work Related to Prescription Drug Use -Part OneThis Saturday's episode is focused on how some adult students use prescription drugs to stay motivated and active throughout a business day of school, work and raising a family. Professor Applewhite will share important facts about this dilemma in the United States. Co-host Nazim Rashid will share valuable information on ways to avoid addiction and abuse of prescription drugs. We welcome listeners to share how this dilemma affects families, communities, as well as the individual.1 hr 3 min
- Building Our Desire & Motivation to Learn- Part TwoThere are so many students and teachers finding difficulty with staying motivated in the classroom. Parents and friends are losing faith in our educational systems and workforce and this is making an impact on how many are looking at their future . Fortunately, we have great and true life examples, that build our desire to continue the learning process. In addition, the counselors at White Apple Institute have a list of job resources and fields of study that may be helpful to our listeners in the United States. Professor Applewhite, host, Nazim Rashid, co-host, and guests will discuss additional resources to keep us motivated to avoid fear of losing jobs and training opportunities. We look forward to hearing your ideas.1 hr 1 min
- Building our Desire & Motivation to Learn- Part OneOur host, Professor Danita Applewhite clarifies how desire and motivation apply to success at school /college and in the workforce. White Apple Institute encourages adult students and teachers at all levels on ways to improve our life situations by continually building our desire and motivational skills and sharing these concepts with others. We want to hear and share stories from our listeners about those that lost their desire to go to school and their motivation to work and support themselves but found a way to get their life back on track instead of living off of others. Hear our co-host, Nazim Rashid discusses how we must stay positive and cannot let the present economical problems we are enduring globally cause us to give up!43 min
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The ASK DR. APPLEwhite Program is hosted by Danita Applewhite PhD CRC (Ret.), a U S Army Veteran, founder/director of White Apple Institute, retired professor of psychology, and certified counselor…
in the fields of vocational rehabilitation and independent living for over 40 years. Dr. Applewhite experiences disability from both sides of the desk as a professional and as a person with multiple disabilities. The program has been on Blog Talk Radio since 2009 and YouTube since 2018 and is dedicated to exploring the core principles of the disability rights movement. The program was started to address disability discrimination issues faced by adult students, inclusive of military veterans and has evolved to express the needs and challenges of all adults with visible and non-visible disabilities. Encouraged by the feedback of listeners, The Ask DR. APPLEWHITE Program is moving beyond the framework of disability rights and recognizing the need to expand and promote the disability justice movement. The program will delve deeply into the intersectional nature of disability, examining how ableism is intertwined with racism, sexism, politics, law, classism, social economics and other systems of oppression.
In collaboration with for-profit and nonprofit organizations, The ASK DR. APPLEWHITE Program has helped thousands "accept the challenge to change the perception of 'dis-abled' to 'differently-abled". The program focuses on a variety of topics that help listeners effectively manage living with disability, including chronic pain, emotional stress, learning and motivation issues, sexuality, and more. HEAR "down to earth”, controversial discussions, and success stories with guests, including professionals in education, counseling, social work, health care (mental and physical), and employment (Human Resources), that will improve performance and success in the workplace and classroom while managing life as a differently-abled person!
The ASK DR. APPLEWHITE Program sponsors White Apple Institute, a nonprofit public charity and home of the Differently-Abled Network (DAN). Ninety percent of net proceeds from sponsorships and membership fees are provided to the DAN. Your tax deductible DONATION at www.whiteappleinstitute.org helps provide financial resources and outreach to underserved persons with disabilities such as bus passes, minor car repairs, childcare, equipment repairs, test fees, work uniforms, and more to restore hope and prevent them from dropping out of life!