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Silent Symptoms: Black Mental Health Podcast

Kgothatso Fridge White, LCSW

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This podcast stemmed from the observing the lack of knowledge about mental health in the black community. The stigma about therapy and the lack of empathy about mental illnesses in the black community. There will be various topics that will resonate with most of you! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/SilentSymptomsPodcast/support
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This podcast explores the justification for reparations examined through a trauma-informed lens. In the debate regarding reparations, very little talk is centered on the psychological and emotional effects of trauma, especially intergenerational trauma, This podcast illuminates and educates based on new and evolving evidence, about the long-term effects of trauma. Trauma is a universal phenomenon and therefore everyone can benefit from listening to this podcast,
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This podcast is about all things mentally, physically, and spiritually well. It is about raising the level of awareness in the community around the stigma of mental illness. It is about having a place to come to learn new skills and strategies to improve your overall well-being. It is about being and staying informed on how what goes on in our society affects our well-being and what we can do to stop it. This podcast does not replace a relationship with a licensed mental health practitioner. ...
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This podcast explores the justification for reparations to the Black and Brown Communities through a trauma-informed lens. This episode in the series goes deeper in explaining trauma and its connection to the Black experience historically in the United States of America. Support the showDoor Kwabena Siaka
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This podcast explores the justification for reparations to the Black community through a trauma-informed lens. This episode defines trauma and begins the journey of connecting trauma to the Black experience in the United States of America, dismantling myths along the way. Support the showDoor Kwabena Siaka
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This podcast explores the justification for reparations through a trauma-informed lens. In the debate regarding reparations, very little talk is centered around the effects of trauma, especially intergenerational trauma. This podcast illuminates and educates based on new and evolving evidence of the long-term effects of trauma. Support the show…
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Gaslighting: A form of psychological manipulation psychological manipulationThis is stemmed from a movie called "Gaslight" that came in 1994. It is a psychological thriller about a woman that was psychosocially manipulated by her husband. In this episode, I discuss what gaslighting is, how to recognize overcome, and heal from it. It is commonly don…
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On this episode we discuss ending toxic relationships that cause anxiety. This topic was suggested by one of my listeners. This specifically talks about how to end relationships that cause anxiety and how to move forward. It is easy to get caught into a matrix of toxic behavior and left feeling anxious, if you have experienced this, you need to lis…
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On this episode I discuss black men therapy. I share the importance of why black men need to engage in therapy in order to improve themselves and their family dynamics. There is a long history of black men having the perception of not feeling anything and it has created a toxic cycle that needs to end soon.--- Support this podcast: https://podcaste…
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On this episode, I discuss the impact of microaggressions in the workplace and the real world. I give examples of some of the microaggressions that I have experienced and some that have been normalized. There are 4 options on how to address microaggressions: Discern, Disarm, Defy, and Decide. I explain how each of these can be used when someone dis…
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On this episode @moneybossmama and I discuss finances. She shares how to start your financial journey from a small income to achieve your financial goals. There is no one way to get to your debt free journey but it all starts with mindset. We talk about the effects of finances on mental health and how to move past that create that narrative you're …
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In this episode Khia and I discuss mindful parenting. This is an important topic because often times, children feel forgotten or unheard by their parents. We discuss the importance of parenting, trauma, and forming a positive relationship with your children. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/SilentSymptomsPodcast/sup…
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On this episode, I have a special guest who happens to be my husband @noallimit. We wanted to share the importance of having your own relationship goals and setting your own rules for your relationship. We chat about when we met and how our relationship evolved. We kept it really light hearted while sharing the importance of communication and learn…
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In this episode, I give an update about what's been going on in my life and what to expect during this season. I briefly speak about the effects of the global pandemic and how to cope with the uncertainties of the world. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/SilentSymptomsPodcast/support…
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You do not have to remain in toxic and unhealthy situations. If you hang out unprotected in a chemical plant, you are bound to suffer from disease and die. The same happens in toxic relationships. I will offer you some suggestions of things you can do to get safe. This discussion is not exhaustive and is my opinion. Thank you for listening. --- Sen…
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This podcast is about a personal grief story I had recently and what I got out of it. I want to encourage you to reach out to your local mental health professional and get help if you need to process it with someone. Be blessed! www.hope2healed.com www.facebook.com/hope2healed www.instagram.com/hope2healed www.twitter.com/hope2healed --- Send in a …
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We are stressed! The election is over and there is unrest. We can only pray. We cannot control the behaviors of others. We have to care for ourselves. Mindful breathing is a great way to get centered and calm ourselves down so we can function at normal. I will tell you how to breathe mindfully and give you a few tips to remember to do it. Remain bl…
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This is my time to rant and rage about what is going on with our election in the USA and for me to get a few things off of my chest. I felt better when I was done and I want to thank you in advance for listening. Have a blessed day! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hope2healed/messageSupport this podcast: https:/…
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3 Simple Actions That Lower Your Stress Level If the hustle, bustle, and challenges of everyday life are making your stress levels inch up each day, you must find a way to break free! Holding onto the stresses of yesterday will simply add to the tension of today and tomorrow. Soon the amount of pressure you carry around inside you from this stress …
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Cognitive Behavior Therapy is an effective tool that one can use with or without a therapist, depending on what your goals are. This tool is not meant to replace a professional relationship with a licensed clinician. It is meant to augment the work you do in session or it can be used to improve your life when there is no psychopathology present. I …
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Being in an unhealthy relationship is not God's will for your life. When someone you love suffers from mental illness and refuses to get help, it becomes your problem too. In this podcast, I talk about one particular unhealthy relationship scenario- men who have narcissistic traits. I will inform the listener of what some of these traits are and wh…
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Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) causes depression in individuals during the fall-winter months and for some during the spring-summer months. There are many things that you can do to feel better and I define and outline this in this segment. If you like this podcast, we appreciate your continued support by giving donations, subscribing, sharing, a…
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Abortion is a spiritual problem and the church has gotten out of position on the matter. Do you all think that voting Republican is going to stop babies from dying or women from feeling hopeless? Do you think voting Democrat is going to be better for this matter? Both are very wrong! What do you think will happen if abortion is abolished? What do y…
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According to CDC, approximately 1 in 4 women and nearly 1 in 10 men have experienced intimate partner violence (IPV) sexual violence, physical violence, and/or stalking by an intimate partner during their lifetime. Moreover, more than 43 million women and 38 million men experienced psychological aggression by an intimate partner in their lifetime.*…
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This podcast episode is about my experience as a naive, troubled, and traumatized young lady going off to college and facing more trauma in a place that I thought would be safe. My goal is not to target my home by the sea by stating that it was the cause of my trauma, but rather to unveil a problem that exists across the nation in places of higher …
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Research Reveals a New Link Between Anxiety and Lower Attention Span Did you know that anxiety can also affect your attention span? There is a link between these conditions. If you have anxiety, then you’re more likely to have attention disorders. Studies show there is a brain connection between them. Initial studies on teens reveal that they’re mo…
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In this episode, I am talking about the impact that grief has on people globally and what practical things you can do to cope with it. If you are experiencing prolonged and complex grief, please visit your local therapist or connect with us to find out how you can access services. Also, as mentioned in the podcast, it is very beneficial to join a g…
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Grief is hard when you lose someone you love, but did you know that you can grieve the same when you witness violence in the community or in the media? Yes, it is true. In this podcast episode, I will share with you my thoughts, some coping strategies, and will hopefully empower you to be a part of the social justice we so desperately need to affec…
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This episode is the introduction to my new platform where we will talk about overall wellness- mental, physical, spiritual, and relational. We hope that you will view this podcast as a ace to get informed and to raise the awareness of mental illness and advocate for wholeness in our society. Thanks for listening!--- Send in a voice message: https:/…
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On this episode, Tracie Pinock, LMFT, shared how to heal from a heartbreak effectively. She also shared her story on she overcame a difficult break up. We had great dialogue that I know will be helpful for both men and women struggling about the next steps after a heartbreak. Tune in to hear amazing content. .--- Support this podcast: https://podca…
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On this episode I discuss what social anxiety is and the signs and symptoms. This was inspired by the doubt of #SummerWalker having social anxiety. Sometimes people on social media forget that they are not mental health professionals and they can't tell someone what social anxiety should look like. Social anxiety manifests itself in variety of sett…
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On this episode, I discuss my goals and how I achieved them. The story begins when I moved to the US and I share my valleys and peaks of how I got to where I am right now. I also discuss how to effectively set your goals and how to achieve them in your own timeline. Success is whatever you say it is! Take a listen.--- Support this podcast: https://…
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On this episode I discuss the criteria of Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) and how to properly dealwith it. There are different types of anxiety that people experience and GAD is the most common one. It is a severe, ongoing anxiety that interferes with daily activities that can occur at any age. GAD manifests itself in different ways. There may b…
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In this episode, I discuss how to beat holiday depression and anxiety. Holidays for most people are associated with family fun, celebrations, and happiness. While others are lonely, grieving, depressed, or full of anxiety. This is the best time to set intentions for the holiday season. You may have lost a loved one, be estranged from family, or are…
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Narcissistic Personality Disorder is defined as comprising a pervasive pattern of grandiosity (in fantasy or behavior), a constant need for admiration, and a lack of empathy, beginning by early adulthood and present in a variety of contexts. This is the definition used by the DSM 5. Individuals commonly mislabel others as narcissists. In this episo…
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Silent Symptoms Podcast is back like never before. In this podcast, I discuss why I took a hiatus from the podcast. As I stated before, breaks are necessary for critical reflection. Have you ever felt like you needed a break from something you loved? Part of my hiatus was to build my private practice so it can coincide with the podcast. Silent Symp…
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On this episode, I was inspired by my recent trip to the Dominican Republic and the media coverage. At the beginning of the year, the American media went public about American people dying allegedly because of the alcohol but there was never a formal investigation done. When I decided to go the DR, people were outraged and concerned about me potent…
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