Behavioral Health in the New Normal

By Prestige Community Resources

Behavioral In The New Normal, a podcast developed by Prestige Community Resources, addresses the crisis our community has experienced during COVID-19. Paul Wells Sr. has over 30 years of extensive cli... more

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How many episodes does Behavioral Health in the New Normal have?

The podcast currently has 32 episodes available.

Behavioral Health in the New Normal episodes:

April 28, 2021 Overcoming Violence and COVID-19 with Kevin Fields
Overcoming Violence and COVID-19: Kevin Fields

– Behavioral Health in the New Normal Episode 022 with Kevin Fields
Kevin Fields is social psychologist who believes in a community-based approach for behavioral health.
In the discussion they explored overcoming violence during COVID-19.
Here are some of the other beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:
●    How those who perpetuate violence usually have experienced trauma and violence.
●    Why violent incidents have gone up during COVID-19 and what people can do to combat that.
●    How many people in the Black community focus on their funeral more than graduation and what that says about violence.
●    Why violence becomes normal when people have been surrounded by it their whole lives.
●    How some people committing violent crimes are trying to provide for their families.

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41min
April 21, 2021Our New Normal: Surviving COVID-19 with NaTosha Jenifer
NaTosha Jenifer: Our New Normal: Surviving COVID-19

– Behavioral Health in the New Normal Episode 021 with NaTosha Jenifer
NaTosha Jenifer owns a business called Zone 618. She and her family tested positive for COVID-19.
In the discussion they explored how she and her family survived COVID-19.
Here are some of the other beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:
How the rapid test can sometimes report a false negative.
How the different symptoms affect everyone differently.
How some people don’t get paid when they are forced to take time off due to having COVID-19.
Why everyone still needs to be vigilant against the spread of COVID-19.
Why people shouldn’t be afraid to reach out to their community for help.

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28min
April 14, 2021Our New Normal: Homelessness Amidst COVID-19 with Alfonso Padron
Alfonso Padron: Our New Normal: Homelessness Amidst COVID-19

– Behavioral Health in the New Normal Episode 020 with Alfonso Padron
Alfonso A. Padrón was onboarded at Prestige as the Senior Housing Coordinator on August 27, 2020, after transforming District Healthcare Services, linking them as the newest DC Coordinated Entry (CAHP) provider.
In the discussion they explored homelessness amidst COVID-19.
Here are some of the other beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:
How couch surfing that many homeless people rely on isn’t as available during the pandemic.
Why social distancing has made it harder to find and provide housing solutions for the homeless.
How following basic COVID-19 safety protocols isn’t easy for the homeless population.
Why homeless women can have a harder time finding housing when they have children.
How COVID-19 has left the entire homeless population more disenfranchised.

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43min
April 07, 2021Domestic Violence During a Crisis with Marsha Woodland
Marsha Woodland: Domestic Violence During a Crisis

– Behavioral Health in the New Normal Episode 019 with Marsha Woodland
Marsha Woodland is Peer and Consultant working with NASMHPD, SAMHSA, and NCTIC. She has been in recovery for more than 23 years and on the road to unimaginable accomplishments. Marsha Woodland is a nationally recognized orator & trauma survivor who shows the world that “Trauma survivors can and Do Recover.”

In the discussion they explored domestic violence during a crisis.
Here are some of the other beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:
How to recognize domestic violence within relationships.
Why the pandemic has made it more difficult for those in abusive relationships.
Why it can be extremely difficult to leave an abuser.
How men are less likely to report domestic violence.
Why it’s difficult to find statistics for domestic violence.

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19min
March 31, 2021What to Expect When You’re Expecting During a Pandemic with Mr. and Mrs. Finkelstein
Mr. and Mrs. Finkelstein: What to Expect When You’re Expecting During a Pandemic

– Behavioral Health in the New Normal Episode 018 with Mr. and Mrs. Finkelstein
Bryan S. Finkelstein CAC –II is a licensed addictions counselor in Washington, DC. His wife, Sophia works for CADCA (Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America) as a Business Development and Project Manager. They had a baby during the pandemic.
In the discussion they explored what to expect when you’re expecting during a pandemic.
Here are some of the other beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:
How it can be scary for pregnant people when doctors can’t give them answers.
How pregnant women who were lucky enough to work from home benefited from being home during the pandemic.
Why the pandemic affected prenatal appointments for expecting parents.
How giving birth in a hospital can be anxiety inducing during the pandemic.
Why, despite the pandemic, having children can be an extremely beautiful and fulfilling experience.

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32min
March 24, 2021Pursuing Your Dreams: COVID-19 Edition with Nadia McQueen
Nadia McQueen: Pursing Your Dreams: COVID-19 Edition.

– Behavioral Health in the New Normal Episode 017 with Nadia McQueen
Nadia McQueen is a fashion designer, celebrity stylist, and photographer who has continued to follow her dreams despite COVID.
In the discussion they explored pursuing your dreams during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Here are some of the other beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:
How COVID has made it more difficult to engage an audience and get feedback.
How many small businesses have had their employees take COVID tests before returning to work.
How there are so many more precautions business owner have to take in the wake of COVID.

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32min
March 17, 2021How COVID-19 Changed My Small Business with Lynette McNeill-Voss
Lynette Voss: How COVID-19 Changed My Small Business

– Behavioral Health in the New Normal Episode 016 with Lynette Voss
Lynette Voss is the owner of the small business Vintage & Charmed Classic Clothing in the DC Metropolitan area.
In the discussion they explored how COVID-19 changed her small business.
Here are some of the other beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:
How it was challenging for small business owners to have so many unknowns during the pandemic.
Why many small businesses had no choice but to lay off employees when COVID hit.
How pivoting to online sales helped her business continue to make money.
Why it’s so important to give back to the community, especially during challenging times.

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48min
March 10, 2021Who is Taking Care of You? Selfcare Tips for Frontline Workers with Lweyni Nkonko
Who is Taking Care of You? Selfcare Tips for Frontline Workers: Lweyni Nkonko

– Behavioral Health in the New Normal Episode 015 with Lweyni Nkonko
Lweyni Nkonko is a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW), both in the District of Columbia and Maryland. Currently, she serves as a clinical manager at Prestige Healthcare Resources.
In the discussion they explored selfcare tips for frontline workers.
Here are some of the other beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:
How the pandemic is a stressor for everyone.
Why it’s important for frontline workers to carve out time for themselves.
How selfcare means different things to different people.
Why it’s important to stay connected to others even if it’s not face to face.
How it’s vital for essential worker’s family to be there for them.

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24min
March 03, 2021Transitioning from One Lockdown to Another: with DAndre Tinsley
DAndre Tinsley: Transitioning from One Lockdown to Another

– Behavioral Health in the New Normal Episode 014 with Dandre Tinsley
Dandre Tinsley was incarcerated back in August 2013 and was released right before the COVID-19 Pandemic hit.
In the discussion they explored transitioning from one lockdown to another.
Here are some of the other beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:
How most prison sentences are arbitrary and don’t fit the crime.
Why transitioning back to life outside of prison has been difficult during COVID.
How prison does not prepare people to be released into the real world.
How people are still treated like prisoners in many ways after leaving prison.
Why being labeled a felon allows people a way to legally discriminate against you.

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1h 2min
February 24, 2021Disconnected But Never Alone with Reverend Vernon Ware
Reverend Vernon Ware: Disconnected But Never Alone

– Behavioral Health in the New Normal Episode 013 with Reverend Vernon Ware
Reverend Vernon Ware serves as the Senior Pastor of Pilgrim AME Church in Northeast, Washington DC.
In the discussion they explored ways for people in recovery to stay connected during the pandemic.
Here are some of the other beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:
How online meetings don’t allow for participants to react to things in real time.
Why it’s harder to make a connection through a camera than in person.
How it’s important to keep Zoom calls short to keep the audience’s attention.
Why we have to look out for people being inauthentic during online meetings.

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30min

FAQs about Behavioral Health in the New Normal:

How many episodes does Behavioral Health in the New Normal have?

The podcast currently has 32 episodes available.