Being UnNormal

In this episode we welcome Dr. Alfiee Breland-Noble who talks to us about youth mental health, and specifically mental health and children of color. Dr. Alfiee is a premiere researcher and an expert in teen, young adult and family mental health issues. We chat about mental health and racial diversity, research in youth mental health, what is different for today's youth, how social media have impacted our children, and struggles today's youth are facing that are different than previous generations. 

Dr. Alfiee is a sought-after media personality, researcher and consultant. She appears on and collaborates with major television networks (e.g. NBC, PBS, Fox Sports and A & E, Lifetime Television and Lucky 8 Productions); established print media (e.g. the Chronicle of Higher Education, Tonic, Black Enterprise and Ebony Magazine) and podcasts. She also consults with Fortune 100 companies (e.g. Morgan Stanley, Cigna), prestigious education and research organizations (e.g. NCAA, the Big East Conference, SAMHSA), non-profits (e.g. A Better Chance, Management Leadership for Tomorrow); independent K-12 schools and districts, colleges and universities and mental health non-profits (e.g. the Steve Fund where she is tasked with leading the organization’s scientific focus as Senior Scientific Advisor).   

With a primary focus on teens, college students, families and communities of color, she is recognized for her remarkable ability to motivate and inspire by translating complex scientific concepts (developed via her 20+ years of research leadership in R1 institutions) into everyday language.  Dr. Alfiee was trained at Howard University, New York University, the University of Wisconsin, Madison and the Duke University School of Medicine

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In this episode we welcome Leeza Edwards onto the show, to talk about her journey as a transgendered person. Born biologically male, Leeza knew something was different from a young age. Born into a religious southern family, Leeza left the south for a career in the Air Force. After serving for 4 years, Leeza set out to re-adapt into civilian life. However, there was always an undertone of struggling with gender identity everyday no matter where Leeza ended up. When Leeza decided to transition, it was at a great emotional cost. Tune in to hear her brave story about coming to terms with who she really was, no matter the price.

Gender dysphoria involves a conflict between a person's physical or assigned gender and the gender with which he/she/they identify. People with gender dysphoria may be very uncomfortable with the gender they were assigned, sometimes described as being uncomfortable with their body (particularly developments during puberty) or being uncomfortable with the expected roles of their assigned gender.

People with gender dysphoria may often experience significant distress and/or problems functioning associated with this conflict between the way they feel and think of themselves (referred to as experienced or expressed gender) and their physical or assigned gender.

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In this episode we talk with comedian Clint Coley about his bipolar diagnosis. We met Clint, who opened for DL Hughley, in the green room of the comedy club they were performing in to talk about life with bipolar. Clint talks candidly about being in the entertainment industry with a mental illness, his suicidality, the African American community and mental illness, and how laughter has been one of the best medicines for him.

What is Bipolar Disorder?
Bipolar disorder is best described as a disorder of the energy of the brain. People with bipolar disorder experience unusual and intense changes in mood and behavior. There are two extremes in bipolar disorder: mania and depression. During a manic episode, people feel “up,” and may be much more energetic than usual. Mania is much more extreme than a sudden burst of energy or a good mood. Manic episodes may be associated with high-risk behaviors including substance abuse, sexual promiscuity, excessive spending, and even violence. During a depressive episode, people feel “down,” have low energy, and neglect obligations. Bipolar disorder often causes problems in work, school, and relationships and may require hospitalization.

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In this episode we welcome The Angry Foster Mama, Caitlin Johnson to the show. We talk about what FASD is, how it effects the child, what the signs and symptoms are, and treatment options. We also touch upon reactive attachment disorder (RAD), the intersection between complex trauma and RAD, and what RAD looks like children.

What is FASD:
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders is an umbrella term describing the range of effects that can occur in an individual whose mother drank alcohol during pregnancy. These effects may include physical, mental, behavioral, and/or learning disabilities with possible lifelong implications.

What are the types of FASD:
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS)
Alcohol-Related Neurodevelopmental Disorder (ARND)
Alcohol-Related Birth Defects (ARBD)
Neurobehaviorial Disorder Associated with Prenatal Alcohol Exposure (ND-PAE)

What is Reactive Attachment Disorder:
A condition found in children who may have received grossly negligent care and do not form a healthy emotional attachment with their primary caregivers -- usually their mothers -- before age 5.

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In this episode we welcome back Lemecia Lindsey to talk about Posttraumatic Stress Disorder. We break down how PTSD differs from other types of trauma, the history of PTSD, who is at risk for PTSD, symptoms, myths, and treatment options.

Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a psychiatric disorder that can occur in people who have experienced or witnessed a traumatic event such as a natural disaster, a serious accident, a terrorist act, war/combat, rape or other violent personal assault.

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In this episode we welcome back Stephanie Wichmann to talk about blended families. We have a open conversation about the difficulties couples have when blending together. We enjoyed answering the questions you submitted about step-parenting and ideas on how to create strategies and tools during this transitional time.

Questions we addressed:
How to blend parenting styles effectively?
How to handle the grief process?
How do you bond/build trust with the step child?
How do you handle the resistance during the process?
How do you address the sibling relationships?
What do you do when the children don't feel like discipline is handled fairly?
How do you stay calm when you are triggered by the child saying hurtful things?
What are the red flags to look for during the transition period?
How do you navigate the relationship between you and your ex?

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In this episode we welcome back Kaleigh Boysen-Quinata to talk about sensory processing disorder. We break down what sensory processing disorder is, the difference between a sensitive child vs the disorder, parental struggles with the disorder, myths and misconceptions, and co-existing conditions that overlap with SPD (like anxiety).


What is Sensory Processing Disorder:?
Sensory Processing Disorder or SPD (originally called Sensory Integration Dysfunction) is a neurological disorder in which the sensory information that the individual perceives results in abnormal responses.

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In this episode we welcome back Cory Anton who talks to us about her specialty: OCD. We talk about the differences between OCD and anxiety, what the different types of OCD are, treatment options, and what's happening in the OCD brain. 

What is OCD: 
Obsessive-compulsive disorder is characterized by unreasonable thoughts and fears (obsessions) that lead to compulsive behaviors.

OCD often centers on themes such as a fear of germs or the need to arrange objects in a specific manner. Symptoms usually begin gradually and vary throughout life.

Types of OCD:

• Contamination and Washing.
• Doubts About Accidental Harm and Checking.
• Symmetry, Arranging, Counting, and Just Right OCD.
• Unacceptable Taboo Thoughts and Mental Rituals. (trigger warning)

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In this episode we are joined by Adam Wilson, Founder of Calm Passion and Calmer Con. Adam saw a need for a sensory friendly events so children and adults with Autism or other neurodiverse needs could enjoy pop culture events in an inclusive environment. Calm Passion works to spread awareness of the positive effects of creating social environments where people on the spectrum can thrive.

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In this episode we welcome back Elizabeth Gentzkow to talk about one of her specialties, narcissism. Just some of the things we chat about in this packed episode are things like the truth about narcissism, how it effects the people in their relationships with a narcissist, how they rise to power, what's important to a narcissist, and why narcissists behave the way they do.

What is Narcissistic Personality Disorder:
NPD is a mental condition in which people have an inflated sense of their own importance, a deep need for excessive attention and admiration, troubled relationships, and a lack of empathy for others. But behind this mask of extreme confidence lies a fragile self-esteem that's vulnerable to the slightest criticism.

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