Ask Dr. Applewhite

Beverly Johnson, Supermodel joins Dr. Danita Applewhite, your Host, in a deep conversation about the perception of beauty when we engage with persons who have visible disabilities. Beverly Johnson is an American model, actress, singer, and businesswoman, best known for being the first Black model to appear on the cover of American Vogue in August 1974 . This groundbreaking achievement shattered ba...

WHAT CAN YOU REALLY DO ABOUT DEPRESSION and SUICIDAL IDEAS AMONG VETERANS AND ADULT STUDENTS? If you know someone (friends,family,coworkers) who is depressed, sad, or showing different behaviors these days, share or listen to this inspiring show with them. Encourage them to contact White Apple Institute for emotional support while connecting to resources. Special KUDOS to the American Foundation f...

Are you having problems at school and work because of a stressful relationship? This show is dedicated to an exclusive interview with Dr. Rachael Ross, MD, PhD, a family doctor and therapist in the field of Sexology. She will join Dr. Danita Applewhite, PhD, CRC, a rehabilitation counselor and educator in the field of Psychology in a unique discussion of how adult students, as well as teachers, ca...

Do most people perceive disabled persons as beautiful and productive? Ask Dr. Applewhite and the members of the DIFferently-Abled Network (DAN). Contact us at www.whiteappleinstitute.org   or TEXT/CALL: 88856APPLE (8885627753).  EMAIL: info@whiteappleinstitute.org People with visible and non-visible physical disabilities are reminded constantly by advertisements that able-bodied persons are beauti...

Why Can’t She Just Stop All That Trauma Stuff? The number of women veterans with disabilities has doubled in the last decade, specifically for cases related to PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) and MST (Military Sexual Trauma). Learn about possible discriminatory practices by joining Host Dr. Danita Applewhite and her Special Guest Sue Wudy this week. Sue Wudy (Army Veteran/Vietnam Era) is a r...

I Don't Understand, how can a Disabled person be a genius? ASK DR APPLEwhite Dr. Will Moreland, and members of the DIFferently-Abled Network, an outreach program of White Apple Institute (nonprofit public 501C (3).Fed ID 45-5602313) Listen - Dr. Will starts at 25:53 : https://www.blogtalkradio.com/askdrapplewhite/2013/08/17/recognizing-our-potential-for-genius-rerun Welcome to the ASK Dr. APPLEwhi...

I Don't Understand, how can a Disabled person be a genius? ASK DR APPLEwhite Dr. Will Moreland, and members of the DIFferently-Abled Network, an outreach program of White Apple Institute (nonprofit public 501C (3).Fed ID 45-5602313) Listen - Dr. Will starts at 25:53 : https://www.blogtalkradio.com/askdrapplewhite/2013/08/17/recognizing-our-potential-for-genius-rerun Welcome to the ASK Dr. APPLEwhi...

Do most people perceive disabled persons as beautiful and productive? Ask Dr. Applewhite and the members of the DIFferently-Abled Network (DAN). Contact us at www.whiteappleinstitute.org   or TEXT/CALL: 88856APPLE (8885627753).  EMAIL: info@whiteappleinstitute.org People with visible and non-visible physical disabilities are reminded constantly by advertisements that able-bodied persons are beauti...

ASK Dr. Applewhite about Veterans, Students, and Suicide How do I move on after my friend died by suicide? Ask Dr. Applewhite at White Apple Institute. Teachers Adult Students Parents Student Parents Working ParentsVeteransNon TraditionalMelindaVailEmployee assistance programs Disabled student resources Disability benefits Disabled Crisis hotline Independent living Vocational rehabilitation MST PT...

ATTENTION!! WE NEED YOUR HELP       Can we count on you to answer this statement as True or False?          All Disabled Veterans Are Living "independently" this Independence Day: T or F    Will you join Dr. Danita  Applewhite, Army Veteran, Founder of White Apple Institute, member of the Governors's councils on Independent Living and Vocational Rehabilitationa;  and the members of the Differently...

Have you ever seen a "disabled" person (whether blind/deaf/impaired, emotionally upset, a wheelchair and/or mobility device user) waiting for hours to be picked up?                                       You are invited to join us at the                                   DIFferently-Abled Network* (DAN) Meeting Date/Time: June 2, 2019 12 noon-1:30pm Location: Interfaith Community Spiritual Center 9...

WELCOME TO THE ASK DR. APPLEWHITE TALK SHOW (formerly the Student2Teacher show since 2009)  DO YOU REALLY UNDERSTAND WHY A VETERAN BECOMES HOMELESS?                                                                                                          Hear student and veteran, ElRay Walker who served with two deployments to Afghanistan discuss how he faced homelessness with his wife and child. A...

It is so sad to hear about how so many families are still challenged by the emotional and financial impact of the government shutdowns, businesses and factory jobs closing, as well as the political BS that is causing division in our classrooms, workplaces, and communities. We hope this archived show will encourage our working students, veterans and their families to seek help preparing for emotion...

WELCOME TO THE DIFFERENTLY-ABLED NETWORK MEETING (DAN) DAN is a community outreach programof White Apple Institute encouraging “underserved” Persons with Disability to ASK for What They Need to Succeed   AGENDA April 7, 2019     12:00- 1:30     Location: 952 E. Baseline Road Suite 101 Mesa, AZ 85204  Tel: 88856APPLE  Email: info@whiteappleinstitute.org  Website: https://www.whiteappleinstitute.org...

Do you ever fight with someone you love and take your anger into the classroom or workplace? What happens to your performance? Ask Dr. Applewhite... Are you, or someone you know, having problems at school and work because of a stressful relationship? This show is dedicated to an exclusive interview with Dr. Rachael Ross, MD, PhD, a family doctor and therapist in the field of Sexology. She will joi...

ASK Dr. Applewhite about Veterans, Students, and Suicide What can YOU do about Suicidal ideas among Veterans and Students? Probably very little. BUT if you know someone who is depressed, sad, or showing differences in behavior and perfomance, in the classroom or on the job, contact White Apple Institute or write a private message to Dr. Danita Applewhite. Special KUDOS to the American Foundation f...

WHAT CAN YOU REALLY DO ABOUT DEPRESSION and SUICIDAL IDEAS AMONG VETERANS AND ADULT STUDENTS? Why would a soldier/veteran commit to die to protect your country and come home just to experience Death by Suicide? If you know someone (friends,family,coworkers) who is losing hope, depressed, or showing different behaviors these days share or listen to this inspiring show with them. Encourage them to c...

SHOULD PARENTS BLAME THEIR CHILDREN FOR NOT COMPLETING THEIR OWN SCHOOL AND WORK GOALS?  Take a listen to Dr. Applewhite discussing the reasons why parents drop-out of college and the workforce. Hear a unique insight on working parents  striving to manage their mental health. Special Guests are educational experts, Prof. Kelmer Muhammad and Dr. Sarah Tolliver who share ideas about managing stress...

 ATTENTION: EMPLOYEES ADULT STUDENTS Ask Dr. Applewhite the following questions:  Do you hide your Learning Disability in the classroom and the workplace? How do you explain how hard it is to read, write, solve problems it to a school adviser or an employer?  What kind of accommodations do you need to keep up your performance? Are you, or someone you know, embarassed because you don't learn at sch...

When most people hear the term “DISABLED” do they perceive a productive employee?, a college graduate with honors?  business owner? working parent?or a VETERAN? ASK Dr. Applewhite about how Veterans are helping others “change the perception of disabled to differently-abled” at White Apple Institute. Special Guest Dr. Vernet Joseph, Army Combat Veteran, Author. This show is a re-broadcast aired on...

WHAT CAN YOU REALLY DO ABOUT DEPRESSION and SUICIDAL IDEAS AMONG VETERANS AND ADULT STUDENTS? If you know someone (friends,family,coworkers) who is depressed, sad, or showing different behaviors these days share or listen to this inspiring show with them. Encourage them to contact White Apple Institute for emotional support while connecting to resources. Special KUDOS to the American Foundation fo...

How do I talk about MY mental health? Is the stigma of mental illness preventing you from reaching your full potential? The shame and embarrassment about any form of disability can be found in most ethnic groups. However, there is a higher prevalence of stigmas over mental disability in African-American and Latino groups. Host, Dr. Danita Applewhite and Special Guest Dr. E. Douglass Brown, share a...

Do you think people with disabilities are beautiful? Do most people perceive disabled persons as beautiful and productive? Ask Dr. Applewhite. People with visible and non-visible physical disabilities are reminded constantly by advertisements that able-bodied persons are beautiful, productive, and successful. However, most people hold the perception that a physically or mentally disabled person is...

Are you having problems at school and work because of a stressful relationship? This show is dedicated to an exclusive interview with Dr. Rachael Ross, MD, PhD, a family doctor and therapist in the field of Sexology. She will join Dr. Danita Applewhite, PhD, CRC, a rehabilitation counselor and educator in the field of Psychology in a unique discussion of how adult students, as well as teachers, ca...

Can a person with disability be a genius? Unfortunately, one of the most overlooked and devalued groups of people are those with disabilities. In the USA, the most progressive country in the world, there is still great disparity in the treatment and access to school and work opportunities for differently-abled persons, especially those with non-visible and mental disabilities.  We can openly discu...