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Dr. Delvena Thomas
United States
เข้าร่วมเมื่อ 12 ก.ค. 2015
ARE YOU READY TO TAKE THE COUCH? Mental Wellness and Health
My channel does not limit the information shared regarding the brain - sex, relationships, every day wellness involving the brain. Hear the 'realness' about depression, anxiety, suicides, drug use and addictions. I promote 'brain love' and mental wellness. Follow my channel and live a better, more fulfilling life with ease. Brain Love!
My channel does not limit the information shared regarding the brain - sex, relationships, every day wellness involving the brain. Hear the 'realness' about depression, anxiety, suicides, drug use and addictions. I promote 'brain love' and mental wellness. Follow my channel and live a better, more fulfilling life with ease. Brain Love!
Men and Mental Health
JOIN OUR PANEL OF MEN AS WE DISCUSS MENTAL HEALTH. It gets personal and all of these men have sexy brains! Join us for this panel discussion that is full of gems and will keep you laughing. Join CEOs, a physician, a lawyer, and a mental health professional.
Mental health is a critical issue for Black men in the United States, with unique challenges and disparities compared to other groups. Here are some key statistics and insights regarding Black men and mental health:
1. **Prevalence of Mental Health Issues**: Black men are less likely to report mental health issues, but they experience mental health challenges at comparable or higher rates than other groups. The American Psychological Association (APA) indicates that Black men are more likely to experience serious psychological distress.
2. **Depression and Anxiety**: Black men are less likely to be diagnosed with major depressive disorder and generalized anxiety disorder compared to white men, but they often experience these conditions in silence due to stigma and cultural attitudes. Research suggests that about 6.4% of Black men have depression and 10.8% have anxiety disorders, but these numbers may be underreported.
3. **Suicide Rates**: Suicide rates among Black men have been rising. According to the CDC, Black men aged 20-44 saw a significant increase in suicide rates from 2014 to 2019. Although Black men have lower suicide rates compared to white men overall, the rates are increasing faster among Black men.
4. **Stigma and Cultural Barriers**: Mental health stigma is particularly strong in the Black community, often leading to reluctance to seek help. Cultural beliefs about masculinity and strength can prevent Black men from acknowledging mental health issues and seeking treatment.
5. **Access to Care**: Black men are less likely to receive mental health treatment. Only about 26.4% of Black men with mental illness receive treatment compared to 45.4% of white men. Barriers to care include lack of access to mental health services, socioeconomic factors, and mistrust of the healthcare system.
6. **Substance Abuse**: Black men are at higher risk for substance use disorders, which can co-occur with mental health issues. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) reports that Black men have higher rates of illicit drug use compared to the general population.
7. **Incarceration and Mental Health**: Black men are disproportionately affected by the criminal justice system. Incarceration rates are significantly higher for Black men, and the experience of incarceration can exacerbate mental health issues. Additionally, mental health services in correctional facilities are often inadequate.
8. **Impact of Racism**: Structural racism and discrimination contribute significantly to mental health disparities. The chronic stress associated with experiencing racism can lead to mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
9. **Youth and Mental Health**: Black boys and adolescents face unique mental health challenges, including higher rates of exposure to violence and trauma. This early exposure can lead to long-term mental health issues if not addressed.
Mental health is a critical issue for Black men in the United States, with unique challenges and disparities compared to other groups. Here are some key statistics and insights regarding Black men and mental health:
1. **Prevalence of Mental Health Issues**: Black men are less likely to report mental health issues, but they experience mental health challenges at comparable or higher rates than other groups. The American Psychological Association (APA) indicates that Black men are more likely to experience serious psychological distress.
2. **Depression and Anxiety**: Black men are less likely to be diagnosed with major depressive disorder and generalized anxiety disorder compared to white men, but they often experience these conditions in silence due to stigma and cultural attitudes. Research suggests that about 6.4% of Black men have depression and 10.8% have anxiety disorders, but these numbers may be underreported.
3. **Suicide Rates**: Suicide rates among Black men have been rising. According to the CDC, Black men aged 20-44 saw a significant increase in suicide rates from 2014 to 2019. Although Black men have lower suicide rates compared to white men overall, the rates are increasing faster among Black men.
4. **Stigma and Cultural Barriers**: Mental health stigma is particularly strong in the Black community, often leading to reluctance to seek help. Cultural beliefs about masculinity and strength can prevent Black men from acknowledging mental health issues and seeking treatment.
5. **Access to Care**: Black men are less likely to receive mental health treatment. Only about 26.4% of Black men with mental illness receive treatment compared to 45.4% of white men. Barriers to care include lack of access to mental health services, socioeconomic factors, and mistrust of the healthcare system.
6. **Substance Abuse**: Black men are at higher risk for substance use disorders, which can co-occur with mental health issues. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) reports that Black men have higher rates of illicit drug use compared to the general population.
7. **Incarceration and Mental Health**: Black men are disproportionately affected by the criminal justice system. Incarceration rates are significantly higher for Black men, and the experience of incarceration can exacerbate mental health issues. Additionally, mental health services in correctional facilities are often inadequate.
8. **Impact of Racism**: Structural racism and discrimination contribute significantly to mental health disparities. The chronic stress associated with experiencing racism can lead to mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
9. **Youth and Mental Health**: Black boys and adolescents face unique mental health challenges, including higher rates of exposure to violence and trauma. This early exposure can lead to long-term mental health issues if not addressed.
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Dealing with Depression
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I am on the couch with Sonny Etienne, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, a Certified Addiction Professional, and a National Certified Counselor. A graduate of Florida Memorial University, he studied Religion and Philosophy and Counseling Psychology at Trinity International University. Mr. Sonny is the founder of Introspective Counseling Services, a private practice based in South Florida. In h...
Kids Are Getting High
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Sexual Health Panel
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Two board-certified Ob/GYNs and a Trauma Informed Board-Certified Kink Conscious Sex Therapist with a Doctorate in Clinical Sexology joins me on the couch to engage a chat about a woman's intimate healing. Are You Ready to Take the Couch?®️
The Original Bad Girl of Comedy, LUENELL
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Are You Ready to Take the Couch?®️ I am on the couch with THE bad girl, MS. LUENELL. Who's shrinking who??? Luenell is being 'shrinked' by the shrink, or maybe "Dr". Luenell is shrinking the shrink! YOU KNOW HOW MS. LUENELL DOES IT! Tune it to see who's shrinking who! In observance of Mental Health Awareness Month, Luenell is engaging in a candid discussion with our favorite Black girl psychiat...
Alternative Health
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Are You Ready to Take the Couch? ®️ Join us on the couch with Dr. Delvena and experts in alternative health practices. Join us as we delve into the world of holistic wellness, exploring innovative approaches to health and healing. Our guests will share their insights, experiences, and tips for incorporating alternative health methods into your lifestyle. From ketamine and beehive therapy to min...
Coming soon...Alternative Health
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Have you ever wondered about other ways to maintain and treat your health other than medications? Thursday, April 25th join me on the couch with a panel of experts who will cover ever topic including medicinal cannabis, ketamine infusions, bee and honey therapy.
Coming soon...A Womans Intimate Healing
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Understanding Dementia
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I joined Jawan Strader, the host of NBC 6 "Voices", as the mental health expert to provide insights in the field of dementia. In this interview we identify some of the complexities of dementia, some of the causes, its impact on individuals and families, the different types of dementia, and some strategies for management and care. Living with a family member with dementia is undoubtedly a journe...
DEPRESSION IN MEN - Men's Mental Health Panel - The Conclusion of Part 2
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DEPRESSION IN MEN - Men's Mental Health Panel - The Conclusion of Part 2
Men's Mental Health Panel - Part 1 of Part 2
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Therapy Thursday - 🌟 Spotlight on Women in Business 🌟
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Therapy Thursdays With Chef Pii, the Creator of the Pink Sauce
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The Meaning of Gratitude With Special Guest, Kendrick Norton
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Memorial Day at VFW Post 8195 Stone of Hope
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I love this Eddie
I’m so proud of you big Sis 🥰🤍🤍🤍
The age of expertise on this stage can’t be touched!
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This was very good!
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This is very powerful ❤
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So true
this law only helps big pharma sell drugs i was on them for years they made my life 10 time worse i put my foot down said no more drugs life has never been bether mental heath drugs destory your life don't take them you have the right to say no to mental health drugs!!!!!!!!!!!
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Woohooo! I am so happy to see this up!
Us too! LOL!! Woop! Woop! 😂
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I LOVE LUENELL ❤️❤️
That was an amazing and awesome interview 👏👏👏👏👏👏🫶❤️
That’s funny 😅😅😅😅😅😅😅
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I love you just the way you are Luenell ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Yes indeed Luenell ❤❤❤❤❤
Angela Dean is such an amazing clothes designer
Absolutely 💯 she wears gorgeous clothes
Hello Dr. and Luenell ❤❤❤❤❤❤
Awesome show! ❤
Top or Bottom, hmmmmm. I still on the fence on this one??? Can we say both??
Absolutely loved this episode! Poor Penny. Need to book a trip to Vegas to see you live at Jimmy Kimmel
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She was gorgeous in the yellow on The Sherri Shepherd Show.
The nails 🔥🔥🔥
Faith
I just love her
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I absolutely love her and how transparent she is during interviews.
Who loves Luenell?!
I do!!
Thanks for being here!
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Damn you fine af. I need therapy lol be my Dr.
Dr. T always delivers. Great content.
This was such a soothing Friday afternoon session! ❤
Thank you Esquire!!
Can’t wait!🤍🤍🤍
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Nipsey was so level headed right….yeah no the fuck he wasn’t. Got exactly what he deserved for gang ties. How many chances did he get to distance his self from retarded gangbanging?
The boot! Get it Doc Del!
Lol
Sometimes when the proper authorities take a person into custody for a determined Baker act. The individual being placed in custody will immediately start to threaten the other parties who felt it was necessary to provide for this temporary solution. It's pretty evident when someone is seeking vengeance isn't it. It's sad but mental health has become a severe epidemic in America by and large thank you so much for your video it is simply a beautiful 😍
Hello and thank you endlessly
Thank you for explaining the differences and breaking it down. I'm definitely going to look for those books you mentioned as well as look into the Silver Sneakers for my 73 year old Mother. Thank you kindly 🙏🏿
I am soooo happy this was a help for you. You are very welcome! If I can be of any further assistance, please call my office 305-981-1700.
Thanks for this, I didn't realize that Merle updated his favorite way to make her explode in pure bliss, it’s amazingly satisfying. Although what he suggested before was fairly good, it doesn’t even compare, I did it go’ogling Merle Winestol, and she just can’t have enough now.
I need to listen to this conversation. I have 10 cm, 6 cm, and 4cm subserosal fibroids. I am not obese. I am close to menopause. My issues are lower pelvic pain, constant urination, and rectum pain. My bloodwork and biopsy came back normal. My gynecologist advised me to wait for at least 3 months. He believes that my fibroid will shrink by itself because I just have fibroid degeneration, and i am close to menopause. My family doctor advised me to just remove the entire uterus, not including ovaries. Her rationale is that I am close to menopause not planning to have kids. Albeit, my gynecologist gives me options: birth control pills, slow release injectable to shrink the fibroid, UFE, and hysterectomy. This is the most difficult decision I have to make. I never had any surgery prior.
Thank you for sharing with us. It is a VERY difficult decision. Be sure to get 2nd opinion from a GYN.
I think Michael is hitting that 😂