Ask Dr. Applewhite

    How are Veterans and other Adult Learners managing stress at school and work? Ask Dr. Applewhite about how she helps fellow Veterans from Vietnam era to the present Middle Eastern conflicts manage.              All students, in classes from pre-school to graduate levels may experience the psychological impact of stress related to war, violence, and/or trauma. Stress is subjective and all human...

Host, Dr. Applewhite and the staff at White Apple Institute are frequently asked about how Veterans, students, and employees diagnosed with mental illness (i.e. Depression, Bipolar  Anxiety Disorders) can feel comfortable seeking counseling and accommodations, at school and work, with so many negative stereotypes in the media. Instead of discussing the real issues of racism, discrimination, terror...

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 and physical disability in African-American,Native American and Hispanic groups. Host, Dr. Danita Applewhite and special guest Dr. E. Douglass Brown, share a unique insight about the stigma of mental illness and how it relates to depression and a...

Most teachers, from elementary to college levels, are able to identify when students have difficulty learning, within the first weeks of a semester. However, employers and co-workers are not able or qualified to identify employees with Learning Disabilities unless the person is willing to ask for an accommodation. Guests will clarify how support, referrals, and accommodations can be provided more...

Most teachers, from elementary to college levels, are able to identify when students have difficulty learning, within the first weeks of a semester. However, employers and co-workers are not able or qualified to identify employees with Learning Disabilities unless the person is willing to ask for an accommodation. Guests will clarify how support, referrals, and accommodations can be provided more...

When most people hear the term “DISABLED” do they perceive a productive employee?, a college graduate with honors?  business owner? ASK Dr. Applewhite about how we are helping others “change the perception of disabled to differently-abled” at White Apple Institute. There are too many people, including Veterans, assuming that they are unable to succeed at school and work because of their state of m...

When most people hear the term “DISABLED” do they perceive a productive employee?, a college graduate with honors?  business owner? ASK Dr. Applewhite about how we are helping others “change the perception of disabled to differently-abled” at White Apple Institute. There are too many people, including Veterans, assuming that they are unable to succeed at school and work because of their state of m...

Veterans and Adult Learners/Students Ask Dr. Applewhite (aka Professor Applewhite), about why many Religious Teachers do not address the real issues surrounding pain, suffering, and disability. Hear real issues and stories shared about self-perception, relationships, and feelings will inspire and motivate you! Dr. Ann Williamson theologian and adjunct college instructor shares a fresh perspective...

Most teachers, from elementary to college levels, are able to identify when students have difficulty learning, within the first weeks of a semester. However, employers and co-workers are not able or qualified to identify employees with Learning Disabilities unless the person is willing to ask for an accommodation. This Ask Dr. Applewhite™ Radio Talk Show will clarify how support, referrals, and ac...

The latest protesters in the U.S. media are chanting that “Black Lives Matter” and it is true. However, in the interest of humanity, we must teach others that "all lives matter". The numerous injustices to African Americans and other minorities, specifically those with disabilities, must encourage our focus on the solutions. This show is full of inspiring stories from women and Veterans who overca...

  Host, Dr. Applewhite and the staff at White Apple Institute are frequently asked about how students and employees diagnosed with mental illness (i.e. Depression, Bipolar  Anxiety Disorders) can feel comfortable seeking counseling and accommodations, at school and work, with so many negative stereotypes in the media. Instead of discussing the real issues of racism, discrimination, terrorism, and...

Host, Dr. Applewhite and the staff at White Apple Institute are frequently asked about how students and employees diagnosed with mental illness (i.e. Depression, Bipolar  Anxiety Disorders) can feel comfortable seeking counseling and accommodations, at school and work, with so many negative stereotypes in the media. Instead of discussing the real issues of racism, discrimination, terrorism, and ev...

The staff of White Apple Institute offers deepest condolescences to everyone affected by the massacre in South Carolina on June 17, 2015. The term discrimination is too often associated with racism versus disability. In addition, racism and discrimination are frequently related in the U.S. media to the victimization of African-Americans and other Non-White groups by White Americans. As a result, A...

The latest protesters in the U.S. media are chanting that “Black Lives Matter” and it is true. However, in the interest of humanity, we must teach others that "all lives matter". The numerous injustices to African Americans and other minorities, specifically those with disabilities, must encourage our focus on the solutions. This show is full of inspiring stories from women and Veterans who overca...

The latest protesters in the U.S. media are chanting that “Black Lives Matter” and it is true. However, in the interest of humanity, we must teach others that "all lives matter". The numerous injustices to African Americans and other minorities, specifically those with disabilities, must encourage our focus on the solutions. This show is full of inspiring stories from women and Veterans who overca...

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 and physical disability in African-American and Latino groups. Host, Dr. Danita Applewhite and special guest Dr. E. Douglass Brown, share a unique insight about the stigma of mental illness and how it relates to depression and addiction. Hear stu...

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 discuss the disparity by our willingness to con...

This is the episode of the Ask Dr. Applewhite Radio Talk Show that must be shared with every Adult Learner/Student with a mental or physical disability, especially if they are Veterans! Most Americans who listen to the news are aware that there are hungry and homeless families in America. The statistics are startling for this dilemma in a country known for its “riches”! However, even more startlin...

People with visible and non-visible physical disabilities are reminded constantly by advertisements that able-bodied persons are beautiful, productive, and successful. It was not so long ago that people of color experienced this lack of inclusion and were not portrayed with positive images. Unfortunately, the ongoing protests in the media make it clear that the perceptions held about People with D...

The latest protests in the U.S. media are chanting that “Black Lives Matter” In the interest of humanity "all lives matter". However, we must address the injustices to African Americans and other minorities, specifically those with disabilities. All shows feature Vet2Vet Talk with Mitch Caviness and Veterans include tips for Healthy Minds for Healthy Bodies and Legal Advocacy with Dr. Beverly Poel...

Many of us discuss ways to improve our “physical” health by nutrition, diet, exercise, environment and prevention. Listen to Host, Dr. Danita Applewhite with students, teachers, employees, and Veterans discuss ways to improve our “mental” health. Special Guest Dr. E. Douglass Brown, clinical psychologist and author will focus on how we can identify and develop the “true self” to maintain a healthy...

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 and physical disability in African-American and Latino groups. Host, Dr. Danita Applewhite and special guest Dr. E. Douglass Brown, share a unique insight about the stigma of mental illness and how it relates to depression and addiction. Hear stu...

The latest protesters in the U.S. media are chanting that “Black Lives Matter” and it is true. However, in the interest of humanity, we must teach others that "all lives matter". The numerous injustices to African Americans and other minorities, specifically those with disabilities, must encourage our focus on the solutions. This show is full of inspiring stories from women and Veterans who overca...

  This episode must be shared with every adult student with a mental or physical disability, especially if they are Veterans!  Most Americans who listen to the news are aware that there are hungry and homeless families in America.  The statistics are startling for this dilemma in a country known for its “riches”! However, even more startling are the statistics for homeless Adult Students and Veter...

The anxiety and stress from racism has affected people of all races and ethnicity, especially African-Americans at school and work! It is anticipated that our discussion will encourage teachers and counselors to explore the psychological impact of racism in African-American Adult Learners/Students, as well as other minority students. The media continues to place great attention on racism issues fr...