Ask Dr. Applewhite

  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, can manage relationship and sexuality issues to avoid work performance problems....

Do you know anyone who drops-out of school and work because of a bad relationship? The perception we hold about our relationships with others can make a negative or positive impact on our school and work life. There is more to school and work success than tuition expenses and expected salaries. Students and teachers must recognize the signs of anxiety and depression and explore the causes in all a...

Planning a future for school and work requires HOPE and optimism. The fact that many students, teachers and employees face insecurities about their future is causing a sense of hopelessness. It is critical that families and communities encourage hope in the future, especially for optimal mental health. Dr. Applewhite and guests discuss feelings of hopelessness and will present a unique way of unde...

We must address the fear and anxiety surrounding our students, teachers, and staff within our schools. Although violence and gun shootings reported by the media overwhelm us there are even more issues that must be addressed, such as mentally-ill teachers and students, molestation, and sexual harassment in religious, private, and public schools. It is critical that we trust those in leadership posi...

Do you want to hear teachers and adult students share why they are afraid of going to school?  Yes, even parents are dealing with anxiety about taking their children to school. It’s more than just the violence related to random gun shootings or bullying, it’s about trusting the perception we hold of our educational institutions being “safe”. There are too many confusing issues about gun control an...

Who is experiencing more stress related to violence? Students with mental & physical disabilities? Or their family? Or teachers? So many professionals are trying to help understand our violent times; however,  many of the solutions are increasing stress, specifically in classrooms. The association of mental disabilities with violence and gun control has caused great controversy. Join Dr. Applewhit...

The world has changed according to many adult students and that’s a fact! There are advances in many fields including technology, science, and entertainment. However, in most societies around our world there are minimal or no advances in humanity, specifically when it regards women. This episode is dedicated to the many women who strive to educate themselves and others in order to succeed. The mos...

Here is an amazing bit of news. Did you know that the greatest drop- out rates are seen with adult students 30-55 years of age. Many in this age group place great emphasis on the importance of education, especially for their children or younger persons in their family, church or neighborhood. However, when you hear their words to the younger ones you can’t help wondering why they “did not” or “do...

The fear that random violence can erupt without notice is making a negative impact on many students and teachers. For some, this sense of being afraid is very REAL and is inhibiting our motivation to succeed at our educational and career goals. The worldview of violence has changed so dramatically that many are afraid to dream, set goals, or network with others. Random violence in the workplace, p...

There are many stigmas about mental illness in every culture around the world. However, on December 14, 2012 the concept of mental illness was changed for many. The merciless shootings and deaths at the Sandy Hook School in Newton, Connecticut awakened us to the fact that many of the shooting massacres at school campuses were done by persons suspected of being mentally-ill. In addition, the media...

Healing, both physical and psychological healing is a process of restoring a situation to a balanced or functioning state. The emotional scars in the healing process are usually seen or felt long after the traumatic situation or damage is over. Repairing or restoring our mental state is far more challenging than fixing the physical wounds.  Psychological healing from the shootings at schools in ur...

The EXCLUSIVE MESSAGE on violence in schools and mental illness has been rescheduled for January 26, 2013 at 10am. Mark your calendar and spread the word throughout your network. You don’t want to miss this broadcast! The researchers at White Apple Institutehttp://whiteappleinstitute.org  have compiled so much information in regards to gun control, mental illness among students, and  the innocent...

The EXCLUSIVE MESSAGE on violence in schools and mental illness has been rescheduled for January 26, 2013 at 10am. Mark your calendar and spread the word throughout your network. You don’t want to miss this broadcast! The researchers at White Apple Institute http://whiteappleinstitute.org  have compiled so much information in regards to gun control, mental illness among students, and  the innocent...

This is a rerun of School Violence: Students to Shooters aired 4/2/2011. As we enter the new year of 2013, we must vow to remember the innocent lives of students and teachers that have been lost due to the dilemma of fear and violence. The tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newton Connecticut encourages us to acknowledge how serious this dilemma has negatively impacted the United States an...

Professor Danita Applewhite has been bringing attention to school violence for over 30 years is preparing to expose the true spiritual reasons for what really caused the tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary School on December 14, 2012 in her upcoming book. It is an absolute tragedy when any student is subjected to violence  whether the school is in urban or suburban America ,regardless of socioeconomi...

What is the point of setting goals and preparing to make changes at home, school and work if you have not changed the way you handle stress? This is especially true for the parent or teacher dealing with mental health issues such as anxiety or mood disorders. Parents who attend classes, maintain work schedules, and raise children will benefit from the ideas and techniques shared by Professor Apple...

There are so many books and on how to improve your SELF and make a CHANGE that it becomes overwhelming. The fact that change is inevitable and the one thing we can count on happening should capture our interest. For many of us CHANGE is frightening and a subject we dismiss immediately when it relates to making serious life changes related to marriage/divorce, sickness/health, school/ work, etc. Fo...

There are a multitude of problems faced by parents who are also in school and working a full-time job. What makes it so difficult for them to balance all of the stress and work? Do they have to be  "multi-taskers"? Professor Applewhite invites parents to discuss the challenges they experience and shares techniques to help parents improve their success.   Listen to the episodes of the Student2teach...

There are not many things in life that can match the joy of a teacher when hearing about his or her student's success. This holds especially true for those students who continuing practicing the lessons taught and reach back to help others attain their goals. As we move toward a more technological based society we must be careful not to lose touch of many of the human to human interactions that st...

Much of the violence we are experiencing in schools is blamed on students diagnosed with a mental disorder. However, society must take on some responsibility for the exposure to violence in early childhood. Join Professor Applewhite and Special Guest Midge Noble, Child and Family Therapist and Author  in a very candid discussion that will help us understand how violent tendencies may begin and how...

 This episode will help Listeners understand 1)what services are available for students diagnosed with mental and physical disabilities in post-secondary education, 2) what accommodations mean, 3) how to ask for accommodations, and what to do when discrimination is found. This information is very useful for parents and teachers, too. Join Professor Applewhite and the staff of White Apple Institute...

Communicating our needs to others is not common in the workplace, specifically with persons diagnosed with disabilities that can’t be seen. It is difficult for many adults to deal with aging in the Western world and even more difficult when a disability challenges our physical stamina, memory, and concentration. Unfortunately, many adults in the workplace today experienced negative stereotypes in...

What does a “disabled person” look like? With so many symbols and pictures displaying a wheelchair icon it is difficult for many to visualize a person standing, walking, talking, etc who may need an accommodation at work or college. Almost 20 million persons with disabilities are in the United States workforce managing chronic pain, alcoholism, respiratory diseases, diabetes, cancer, HIV/AIDS, tra...

The number of women veterans with disabilites has doubled in the last decade, specifically related to PTSD (post-traumatic Sress Disorder) and MST (Military Sexual Trauma). Learn about possible discriminatory practices by joining Professor Applewhite and her Special Guest Sue Wudy this week. Sue Wudy is a representative for all veterans and has an inspiring story to tell. Call 646-727-3758 to part...

  Listen to  encouraging stories of  women, even mothers who work and attend classes with visible, as well as many non-visible disabilities. David Carey  joins us from ABIL. Professor Applewhite and guests discuss gender roles in the workforce and the impact on disability when looking at accommodations. Women Veterans with Disabilities share their challenges in VET2VET discussions. You are invited...