Looking at Systemic Racism and Police Brutality through a Mental Health Lens with Dr. Alexandra Laifer

06/10/20 • 52 min

In light of recent events, I get Dr. Alexandra Laifer back on Zoom to discuss PTSD and how it affects Black Communities. We want to be sure to talk about something that we consider important to us, especially in America, because everything that is happening is affecting all of us.
I also open up an exercise for anyone listening to speak up! Make your voice heard. Whether you are an artist or a writer use your talents and skills to speak out against racism. You can also check out my daily gratitude posts on our Instagram page @Covid19andmi as well as our YouTube channel Covid19andmi. Let’s be givers of smiles as we share our isolated goodness. Thank you for listening and I hope this helps you in some way!

Previous Episode

What It's Like Being Isolated As A High Risk Adult

This week we sit down with Cherie, a mother of 5 children who have all grown up and started families of their own. Our conversation jumps directly into what it's like living alone without much help from her family. Cherie spent 18 years of her life in law enforcement and had to suddenly retire due to certain medical conditions such as; Bulging Disk, Ruptured Achilles, and Lupus. All of which puts her at high risk for the virus. Between her illness' and children not allowing her access to her grandchildren, Cherie's mental struggles have multiplied all within the span of a couple months. We really get into her mindset and how all of covid 19 has affected her.
As always we open up and exercise for all of our listeners. This week I ask that you stay connected! For more information on this please head over to our resources page on our website @ https://covid19andmi.com/my-resources/post/60432/10-ways-to-stay-connected-during-your-covid-19-journey There you will find some fun and unique ways to stay connected with friends and family so they can help you out during this tough time. You can also check out my daily gratitude posts on our Instagram page @Covid19andmi as well as our YouTube channel Covid19andmi. Let’s be givers of smiles as we share our isolated goodness. Thank you for listening and I hope this helps you in some way!

Next Episode

Discussing Experiences of Truama and PTSD with Ronnie: A Black Navy Veteran

This week we continue the topic of PTSD from last weeks episode, but from a new perspective. We dive into what it's like first hand growing up and living in America as a Black American. Ronnie shares his heart and experiences with us in this eye opening episode.
This weeks exercise can be found on our website www.covid19andmi.com . You can also check out my daily gratitude posts on our Instagram page @Covid19andmi as well as our YouTube channel Covid19andmi. Let’s be givers of smiles as we share our isolated goodness. Thank you for listening and I hope this helps you in some way!