Event Title
Clyde's Daughter: A Journey through Stigmatization and Serious Mental Illness in the African American Family
Location
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, 4170 City Ave, Phila. PA 19131
Start Date
31-3-2012 11:40 AM
End Date
31-3-2012 12:40 PM
Description
Clyde’s Daughter: A Journey through Stigmatization and Serious Mental Illness in the African American Family DeBorah Gilbert White, PhD
American Psychological Association Society for the Psychological Studies of Social Issues Association of Black Psychologist Delaware Valley Association of Black Psychologists (Chair – Professional Affairs Committee)
Biographical Sketch: DeBorah Gilbert White, PhD serves as Associate Faculty with the University of Phoenix where she facilitates online courses on cultural diversity and teaches psychology courses in the campus setting. Dr. Gilbert White is president of DGW Consulting, where she provides workshop facilitation, strategic planning, and research services to institutions, organizations, and groups related to issues of diversity.
Dr. Gilbert White served as the Associate for Cultural Proficiency with the national offices of the Presbyterian Church (USA) in Louisville, KY. In that capacity she assisted the denomination with its efforts toward creating a climate for transformative change and inclusivity. Prior to this position, she served as the Minister for Anti-Racism and Conflict Resolution with the United Church of Christ national offices in Cleveland, OH.
Dr. Gilbert White is a social psychologist and lead researcher for the Hidden Crisis Project, a research study focused on the health and well-being of heterosexual monogamous African American women who are involved or have been involved with men engaged in down low sexual activities.
Dr. Gilbert White holds a BA in communication, an MA in psychology (Diversity Specialization Management Program) from Cleveland State University, and a PhD in psychology from Union Institute and University. She is a member of the American Psychological Association, Society for the Psychological Study of Social Issues, and the Association of Black Psychologists.
Description of presentation: Living with a mental illness is not easy. However, when you are an African American with a mental illness life is twice as challenging. Research has supported that African Americans (and Latinos) are less inclined to seek professional assistance for mental disorders and disturbances. Moreover, if medical intervention is offered many ethnic groups are likely to use psychopharmacological intervention without consideration for psychotherapy. The stigma that mental illness has within the African American community can be crippling. This workshop examines attitudes and behaviors connected to serious mental illness and the effect on African-American familial relationships. Beliefs, stereotypes, and efforts toward eliminating social stigma are explored.
Educational Objectives:
- Participants will understand the role of culture in addressing serious mental illness
- Participants will gain knowledge of how serious mental illness can affect families from a personal perspective
- Participants will have an opportunity for intrapersonal reflections on issues connected to persons living with serious mental illness in their home, place of worship, and community
Target Audience: Doctoral Level Psychologists, Mental Health Professionals, Social Workers, and Counselors
Level of Instruction: Beginner
CEU: 1 Credit
Clyde's Daughter: A Journey through Stigmatization and Serious Mental Illness in the African American Family
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, 4170 City Ave, Phila. PA 19131
Clyde’s Daughter: A Journey through Stigmatization and Serious Mental Illness in the African American Family DeBorah Gilbert White, PhD
American Psychological Association Society for the Psychological Studies of Social Issues Association of Black Psychologist Delaware Valley Association of Black Psychologists (Chair – Professional Affairs Committee)
Biographical Sketch: DeBorah Gilbert White, PhD serves as Associate Faculty with the University of Phoenix where she facilitates online courses on cultural diversity and teaches psychology courses in the campus setting. Dr. Gilbert White is president of DGW Consulting, where she provides workshop facilitation, strategic planning, and research services to institutions, organizations, and groups related to issues of diversity.
Dr. Gilbert White served as the Associate for Cultural Proficiency with the national offices of the Presbyterian Church (USA) in Louisville, KY. In that capacity she assisted the denomination with its efforts toward creating a climate for transformative change and inclusivity. Prior to this position, she served as the Minister for Anti-Racism and Conflict Resolution with the United Church of Christ national offices in Cleveland, OH.
Dr. Gilbert White is a social psychologist and lead researcher for the Hidden Crisis Project, a research study focused on the health and well-being of heterosexual monogamous African American women who are involved or have been involved with men engaged in down low sexual activities.
Dr. Gilbert White holds a BA in communication, an MA in psychology (Diversity Specialization Management Program) from Cleveland State University, and a PhD in psychology from Union Institute and University. She is a member of the American Psychological Association, Society for the Psychological Study of Social Issues, and the Association of Black Psychologists.
Description of presentation: Living with a mental illness is not easy. However, when you are an African American with a mental illness life is twice as challenging. Research has supported that African Americans (and Latinos) are less inclined to seek professional assistance for mental disorders and disturbances. Moreover, if medical intervention is offered many ethnic groups are likely to use psychopharmacological intervention without consideration for psychotherapy. The stigma that mental illness has within the African American community can be crippling. This workshop examines attitudes and behaviors connected to serious mental illness and the effect on African-American familial relationships. Beliefs, stereotypes, and efforts toward eliminating social stigma are explored.
Educational Objectives:
- Participants will understand the role of culture in addressing serious mental illness
- Participants will gain knowledge of how serious mental illness can affect families from a personal perspective
- Participants will have an opportunity for intrapersonal reflections on issues connected to persons living with serious mental illness in their home, place of worship, and community
Target Audience: Doctoral Level Psychologists, Mental Health Professionals, Social Workers, and Counselors
Level of Instruction: Beginner
CEU: 1 Credit