Voices for Mental Health

Domestic violence prevention specialist talks about the differences between the military and civilian response to domestic partner abuse; breaking the code of silence; evaluating the risks, and the necessity of having a plan to leave one’s abuser. Guest: Alex Weathersby, Prevention Services Coordinator for Shelter for Help in Emergency

In this episode, you’ll hear one woman’s story about her battle with bulimia, relationship with food, and why she finally decided to have bariatric surgery. Your also hear about the risks and rewards associated with this particular weight loss surgery.

Hear one mother’s experience with PPD along with expert advice on risks factors, recognizing the signs, medication, and why it’s so important to get help.

In this episode, you’ll hear how three mature women found love on the internet; the pros and cons of online dating, tips to avoid scammers, and how to be safe dating strangers.

Hear how mental health advocates are helping individuals with serious mental illness and developmental disabilities accused of crimes avoid jail time.

Charlie Ann Xavier talks about her life changing accident, defying the odds, and how she fought through the physical and mental pain in order to remain a mother to her children.

A former teen mom shares her experience with teen pregnancy, raising children, and why she chose not to have an abortion.

Guest author Janet Sherlund offers a first hand account of the trauma, anxiety and grief that comes with being an adoptee.

In this very raw interview a daughter shares her journey from near death from alcohol addiction to finding joy in the little things in life. Plus, hear her mother’s thoughts and advice from her peer recovery specialist. Guests: Maggie Slinkman Gary, Carrie Kerwick and Lance Otis.