Lisa Ford Joins to Discuss Cause and Effect in Trauma & Mental Health for Children

04/23/23 • 54 min

Lisa A. Ford and Allison Frye discussed their experiences with foster children and the importance of early detection of learning disabilities and mental health disorders. They also discussed their own personal goals of community outreach and peer support. They both agreed that it is important to be conversational and focus on the topic's human aspect.

Allison Frye and Lisa A. Ford discussed the importance of understanding the cause behind the effect of mental health. They shared their experiences of growing up in homes with mental illness and how it shaped their parenting styles. They also discussed the importance of psychoeducation and empowering communities and organizations to understand mental health.

Parents and educators must work together to understand that mental health issues are a community problem, not just an individual one. It is important to research and educate oneself on meeting children where they are and to stop putting psychological problems in a box. Mental health initiatives need to be stronger, and it is important to understand the importance of emotions and how they control a person. Crying is cleansing, and feeling needs to be felt.

People often struggle with mental health issues due to feeling invalidated or judged, and it is important to understand the importance of mental health initiatives and education. Self-medication and addictions can be a result of not addressing the source of pain, and it is important to look for ways to cope in a positive way. Education and understanding are key to helping people thrive and grow.

Lisa A. Ford and Allison Frye discussed the importance of understanding learning disabilities and mental health disorders, advocating for children, and recognizing strengths and weaknesses. They also discussed their own experiences with learning disabilities and how they have achieved success despite them. They also discussed the importance of referring to professionals when needed and the need for professional development in mental health initiatives.

Lisa A. Ford and Allison Frye discussed their experiences with mental health and how they use it to inform their work.

Topics Covered:

Early detection of learning disabilities and mental health disorders
Mental Health
Mental Health Initiatives
Mental Health Initiatives in Education
Mental Health, Parent Advocacy

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04/23/23 • 54 min

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