Higher Consciousness: PTSD (The Silent Killer) in the Black Community

Higher Consciousness

Higher Consciousness is a program that focuses on the physical as well as metaphysical, cultural, political and spiritual dimensions. All shows are archived; the shows are available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Link:www.blogtalkradio.com/blogtalkradiooyindeenterprises Join us for a candid discussion about racism, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Post Traumatic Slave Disorder, and mental health in the Black Community . HOST: Professor Jamela Franklin, Ed.M., M.A. Holistic Life Coach and Counselor. TOPIC: PTSD (The Silent Killer) in Black America TONIGHT DATE: Wednesday, April 7, 2021 TIME: 7:00 pm-8:00 pm Eastern Standard Time “Posttraumatic stress disorder PTSD – the diagnosis conjures up images of hollow-eyed combat veterans or terrified rape victims, but new research indicates that racism can be just as devastating as gunfire or sexual assault. . Can Racism Cause PTSD? The answer is yes, and changes in the DSM 5 open the door for a better understanding of this phenomenon. Racism-related experiences can range from frequent ambiguous “microagressions” to blatant hate crimes and physical assault. Racial microaggressions are subtle, yet pervasive acts of racism.” (Williams, “Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Psychology Today, September 6, 2015) Contact Prof. Franklin at oyindeenterprises.com; 770-882-7347 for products and services.