The Help Show News Letter: May Issue

MAY 2020 | ISSUE 3

THE HELP SHOW NEWSLETTER A Monthly Discussion of Mental Health Topics

JOIN US COFFEE & CONVERSATION: MINORITIES, MENTAL HEALTH, & ABUSE Virtual Live Podcast May 29 at 6:30pm Central

In This Issue: Combating Abuse - 2 Upcoming Podcast - 3 In Case You Missed It - 4

Minorities, Mental Health, & Abuse Join us for our upcoming Coffee & Conversation virtual live podcast The Help Show is dedicated to connecting individuals to mental health resources in the community. We share information to help those with mental health conditions and those who want to support the community.

Abuse is one of the greatest threats in our society, and the prevalence has increased substantially due to the current COVID-19 pandemic. The impact in the minority community is even more pronounced due to limited access to mental health care.

For an in-depth discussion of Minorities, Mental Health, and Abuse, join our upcoming virtual live podcast, which will include a panel of experts to help us learn how to make a real change in our society.

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Combating Abuse Whether abuse is physical, emotional, financial, verbal, or sexual, its impact can be devastating.

Experiencing abuse can lead to serious mental health conditions, including: Depression Post-traumatic stress disorder Anxiety disorders Other issues that impact daily activities Mental health issues can be caused by or contribute to abuse, especially among minorities.

Mental Health in Minority Communities

Prevalence of Abuse

Combating abuse is especially important for

According to the Department of Health and

minority groups, in which there is a greater risk

Human Services' National Institutes of Health,

of physical and other types of abuse. The most

about 10 million people in the U.S. are affected in

vulnerable groups are women, the elderly, and

family and domestic violence each year. Sadly, this

children, who are also more likely to suffer abuserelated fatalities than non-minorities.

Research has shown there to be limited access to mental health care in minority communities. Also, according to the US Surgeon General, the minorities who get treatment are more likely to receive lower quality mental health care.

Because mental health issues are often unaddressed, the frequency of abuse continues to be more prevalent in minority communities.

number is now increasing.

The prevalence of abuse has grown over the past few months due to stay-at-home orders related to the novel coronavirus. Stress and anxieties are high during the pandemic, and people with substance use disorders may be now challenged more than ever. This has increased the risks of domestic violence and child abuse.

You can get involved by being observant of the actions of others and mindful of your own.

Join our upcoming virtual live podcast to learn

more about mental health, minorities, and abuse and to speak with experts about the impact of abuse, recognizing its signs, and how you can help.Â

According to the United Nations, millions of children may be at risk of abuse during the novel coronavirus pandemic. Join our upcoming podcast to find out how you can help.

Join our upcoming virtual live podcast Coffee & Conversation: Minorities, Mental Health, & Abuse Friday, May 29th at 6:30pm Central This virtual live podcast will address how mental health issues impact the prevalence of abuse in minority communities.

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NiEtta Reynolds, MSW Founder of The Help Show

NiEtta will host our podcast to show you how to get involved with abuse prevention efforts.

Her goal is to create

opportunities for those in need of access to mental health resources and help them overcome challenges in order to lead healthy, productive lives. NiEtta is passionate about educating the community on mental health issues, so she uses her platform to engage people from all walks of life in spreading mental health awareness .

Kenneth Rogers, MD UT Southwestern Medical Center

Dr. Rogers, our podcast's co-host, has over 20 years of experience as a board-certified psychiatrist addressing depression and anxiety disorders. His clinical research demonstrates the positive outcomes of intervention through community-based mental health programs. He will help lead our discussion regarding the mental health issues that can result from child abuse an domestic violence, as well as preventative measures. and how you can help.

Erica J. Tucker Taylor Founder of TaylorMade Child and Family Solutions

Erica is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who recognizes the need for affordable, accessible counseling services in the community. Through faith, hope, and healing, she aims to attack the stigmas associated with mental health care.

Erica's passion is helping people manage the complex challenges of life and draw on their personal strengths. On our podcast, Erica will discuss how abuse impacts families and what we can do to help them overcome their obstacles.

In Case You Missed It Last month's podcast: Parenting, Mental Health, and Homeschool During last month's podcast, we talked about how parents can adapt to the new environment of supporting their child's education in a home setting, as well as how parents can protect the mental health of themselves and their children.

Watch the replay now

Archived Podcasts Visit our library at www.TheHelpShow.org/podcasts/ The Help Show hosts podcasts to address a wide variety of mental health topics and educate the community to how to access mental health resources.

Mental Health Resources Get help at www.TheHelpShow.org/podcast-resources/ In addition to the resources addressed on our podcasts, you can access community resources at any time on our website.

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