07-10-2014: We are More Alike than Different
How broad are the definitions of Mental Health? It is easy for us to live in a compartmentalized World. Labels, boxes, and classifications help us deal better with life’s challenges. Yet, we miss the value of seeing our commonality as strength.
Join the conversation, Thursday, July 10 at 7pm CST. Listen live online or dial in 347-237-4648. Press 1 to speak with the host.
07-03-2014: I Want Freedom, Too
Giving Independence to the Mentally Challenged
Join us Thursday, July 3 at 7pm CST for this important discussion. Listen online or dial in 347-237-4648. Press 1 to join the conversation.
The moment when a mentally challenged individual demands independence from a caretaker is the scariest moment for both. How can either be denied their independence? Is freedom a birthright? Can interdependence be achieved?
06-26-2014: Recognizing and Respecting the Signs of Mental Deficencies
Mental health professionals invest countless hours in agreeing on the criteria for a professional diagnosis of mental illness, and these professionals still find disagreement in most cases. So, how do we as lay persons begin to approach what we may see as signs of mental instability in love ones and associates?
Join us Thursday, June 26, 2014 at 7pm CST for a discussion on this critical topic. Listen live online or dial in at 347-237-4648. Press 1 to share a comment or a question.
06-19-2014: Parenting the “Challenging” Child
Dealing with Mental Health and Other Parenting Challenges
It really does take a Village to rear a child, yet, when that child exhibits behavior or physical differences from what we consider the norm – the Village has a tendency to exile the child and the parents. How can we support those families and bring them back into community?
Our guests on the show are Debra Watson Islam of Gabriel’s Horn Foundation and Trent DeFrates – two parents who have come to understand this subject first hand.
You are welcome to join the conversation on June 19, 2014, at 7pm CST – live online or dial in at 347-237-4648 (press 1 if you’d like to speak with the host or guest).
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