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This week, Dr. Alfiee chats with Dr. Cindy T. Graham, PhD, Founder of the Brighter Hope Wellness Center, who demystifies Autism Spectrum Disorder, and the stigma which accompanies it for millions on the "spectrum". She talks with Dr. Alfiee about her work, and how she helps children and adults with ASD and other developmental challenges. Couched in Color, hosted by Dr. Alfiee Breland-Noble, examines mental health issues in racially diverse populations, and centers on the needs of children, teens, young adults, families, and communities.
This week, Dr. Alfiee chats with Dr. Cindy T. Graham, PhD, Founder of the Brighter Hope Wellness Center, who demystifies Autism Spectrum Disorder, and the stigma which accompanies it for millions on the "spectrum". She talks with Dr. Alfiee about her work, and how she helps children and adults with ASD and other developmental challenges. Couched in Color, hosted by Dr. Alfiee Breland-Noble, examines mental health issues in racially diverse populations, and centers on the needs of children, teens, young adults, families, and communities.
The Autism in Black Podcast is hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC and focuses on all things autism and the black parent experience. Our goal is to educate, support, and empower black parents to advocate not only for their children but themselves as well. Today we are joined by Dr. Cindy T. Graham. Dr. Cindy discussed the difference between a medial diagnosis of autism and a school categorization of autism. Dr. Cindy talks about the importance of testing as well as when parents should consider getting their children evaluated. She also talks about insurance and the process it takes to get evaluations covered by your insurance. Lastly Dr. Cindy talks about the evaluation process and what parents should expect during this process. Where to find Dr. Cindy: Facebook: Brighterhopewc Facebook: cindytgrahamphd Instagram: Brighterhopewc Instagram: cindytgrahamphd Twitter: brighterhopewc Twitter: cindytgrahamphd The official hashtag for the podcast is #aibpod You can find us on twitter @autisminblack Instagram @autisminblack Facebook @autisminblk Join the Autism in Black Podcast Community – here For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at www.autisminblack.org
This week, Dr. Alfiee chats with Dr. Cindy T. Graham, PhD, Founder of the Brighter Hope Wellness Center, who demystifies Autism Spectrum Disorder, and the stigma which accompanies it for millions on the "spectrum". She talks with Dr. Alfiee about her work, and how she helps children and adults with ASD and other developmental challenges. Couched in Color, hosted by Dr. Alfiee Breland-Noble, examines mental health issues in racially diverse populations, and centers on the needs of children, teens, young adults, families, and communities.
Child and teen suicide is a public health epidemic, it's a public health issue. According to the CDC, it is the second leading cause of death for age 10-24. For girls age 15-19, suicide has doubled since 2007 and for boys age 15-19, it's up 30%. At what point do we make it a conversation? Dr. Cindy T. Graham joins me to discuss how to identify and manage mental health issues in children and teens BEFORE they reach a breaking point. Watch!