Honoring Bryce Gowdy: The Rise of Suicide Among Black Children

01/06/20 • 35 min

In honor of Bryce Gowdy who recently died by suicide, Kea speaks to the rise of suicide among black children and discuss things we can do to combat suicide.

References/Resources:

Complete PODCAST SURVEY (and enter to win a copy of Kea's book or $50 Amazon gift card.)
Therapist Shout-Out: Family Counseling located in North Miami, Fl
Previous Episode: Difference Between Depression & Sadness
Previous Episode: Suicide Signs & How To Help

Mental Health First Aid

National Alliance On Mental Illness
NotOk App

Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741-741

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255

Consider making a donation to support Bryce Gowdy and his family via their GoFundMe Page
Where to find Kea on social media and join the mental health conversation?

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In honor of Bryce Gowdy who recently died by suicide, Kea speaks to the rise of suicide among black children and discuss things we can do to combat suicide.

References/Resources:

Mental Health First Aid

National Alliance On Mental Illness
NotOk App

Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741-741

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255

Consider making a donation to support Bryce Gowdy and his family via their GoFundMe Page
Where to find Kea on social media and join the mental health conversation?

TwitterInstagramFacebookJoin the Fireflies Unite: Healthy Minds Facebook Group

Send all podcast inquiries to [email protected]

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Blood Is Not Thicker Than Water: How To Deal With Toxic Family During The Holidays

The holidays are typically viewed as a time of giving, love, and joy, as many spend it with family and friends. For some, it is a reminder of trauma and grief as it triggers feelings of guilt and resentment. Also, we may feel obligated because we are conditioned to believe that “blood is thicker than water.” Is that true? In this week's episode, Kea offer six self-care tips to manage your mental health around toxic family members.
References/Resources:

Complete PODCAST SURVEY (and enter to win a copy of Kea's book or $50 Amazon gift card.)
Article: How To Deal With Toxic Family During The Holidays
Therapist Shout-Out: Christine Holmes Hand In Hand Caregiver Counseling, PLLC in Washington, DC
Mental Health First AidJanuary 4, 2020
8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Where to find Kea on social media and join the mental health conversation?

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Send all podcast inquiries to [email protected]

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Living With Schizoaffective Disorder Featuring Tyeisha Brewer

Do you know what schizoaffective disorder is? In this week's episode, Tyeisha Brewer, mental health advocate and creator/host of the Glowing Thru Concrete podcast joins the show to share her struggles with schizoaffective disorder and how she manages her mental health while juggling the many roles of wife, mother of five, student and entrepreneur.
Tyeisha Brewer is a published author, mental health advocate, and founder of Glowing Thru Concrete. She is also working on a Bachelor’s Degree in Behavioral Health at an online university. She believes that mental health and illnesses should become conventional in society. Tyeisha’s own personal experiences of mental illness and being diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder, depressive type is what landed her into the mental health field. For fun, Tyeisha likes writing and spending time with her husband, children, and other family and friends.

References/Resources:
Complete PODCAST SURVEY (and enter to win a copy of Kea's book or $50 Amazon gift card.)
Register and get certified in YOUTH Mental Health First Aid
Date: Saturday, February 29, 2020
Time: 8:30am-5:30pm

Therapist Shout-Out: Jimia Stokes located in Chicago, IL
Connect with Tyeisha on social media (Facebook & Instagram) and visit her website.
Where to find Kea on social media and join the mental health conversation?

TwitterInstagramFacebookJoin the Fireflies Unite: Healthy Minds Facebook Group

Send all podcast inquiries to [email protected]