Is EMDR therapy all that? How can this trauma-informed care help you? Learn more about this mental health therapy for your practice, clients, or yourself. New episodes twice a month. Answers to your EMDR therapy questions. Insights from EMDR therapists. It is hosted by the EMDR International Association. Visit www.emdria.org for more information about eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy.
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In healthcare, there is often too much information and not enough time. Here at The Melanin Initiative, we avoid TMI by breaking things down into language you can understand, we create a safe space to ask your questions, and share our nursing perspective without taking too much of your time.
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From Passion to Practice: Dr. Yvette Conyers' Nursing Story
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In this episode of The Melanin Initiative, we're thrilled to welcome back Dr. Yvette Conyers for a deeper dive into her inspiring nursing journey and her perspectives on the current state of healthcare. Dr. Yvette Conyers, DNP, RN, FNP-C, CTN-B, CFCN, CFCS, CNE, is a powerhouse in the world of nursing and healthcare. With a deep passion for health …
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EMDR Therapy for Persons with Disabilities
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Kriss Jarecki, LCSWR, is no stranger to navigating the world with a disability. She is legally blind. However, she also runs a successful therapy practice that includes EMDR. According to the World Health Organization, 16 percent of the global population experience significant disability. How can EMDR therapists treat clients with disabilities? How…
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Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy: A Life-Changing Approach to Trauma Healing
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Welcome to the Melanin Initiative! In this episode, we talk with Kelsey Wilson, LCSW, a therapist in private practice who specializes in empowering women to feel seen and heard in both their personal and professional lives. She has extensive experience treating depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, burnout, trauma, and life transitions. Kelsey’s…
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Welcome to the Melanin Initiative! In this episode, we talk with Dr. Ruby J. Long, MD, FACEP, an exceptional emergency medical doctor dedicated to saving lives and serving those in need. She is an advocate for equitable healthcare for marginalized and underserved communities and an accomplished author advocating for marginalized individuals in the …
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Polyvagal theory and EMDR are two well-respected theoretical and practical models with immense implications for therapeutic practice. What is polyvagal theory, and how does it work with EMDR therapy? What should EMDR therapists know about integrating this into their work? How can polyvagal-informed EMDR therapy help to heal trauma? Learn more from …
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Emotional Healing: Kelsey Wilson Explains Cognitive Processing Theory
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Welcome to the Melanin Initiative! In this episode, we talk with Kelsey Wilson, LCSW, a therapist in private practice specializing in helping women feel seen and heard in their personal and professional lives. Kelsey shares her insights on Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and its application in treating depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, bu…
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Overcoming Obstacles: Road to Becoming a Physician with Clarence Sams
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Welcome everyone to the Melanin Initiative! Today we're talking to special guest, Clarence Sams, MS2 in this series called: Becoming a Physician. We're going to follow his journey to becoming a physician. Each semester he will return to share his experience as we watch his career, vision, and practice evolve. A physician is a medical professional w…
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EMDR Therapy, Work Trauma and BIPOC Women
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According to the Lean In Project 2021 report, "Women in the Workplace: Black Women," more than 60 percent of Black women have been personally affected by racial trauma in the last year. In a 2024 report from Lean In, "The State of Latinas in Corporate America," only one percent of C-suite executives are Latina. How can EMDR therapy help women of co…
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Transforming Lives with Lifestyle Medicine: Dr. LaTaya De Jesus's Vision for Eden Health Restored
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In this enlightening episode of The Melanin Initiative, we are joined by Dr. LaTaya De Jesus, the passionate founder of Eden Health Restored. Dr. De Jesus shares her inspiring journey of pursuing lifestyle medicine and her dedication to helping clients reverse and prevent chronic diseases through sustainable lifestyle changes. She discusses the pre…
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Sepsis: The Urgent Call for Healthcare Awareness
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Welcome to the Melanin Initiative! In this episode, we delve into the inspiring journey of our guest, Dr. Farah Laurent, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, NPD-BC, CPXP, CEN, who immigrated to Canada at the age of 9. Despite facing language barriers and bullying, she persevered and became the first in her family to earn a bachelor's, master's, and soon-to-be Doctora…
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Building Support for Vitiligo: Beautifully Unblemished Community
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Welcome to the Melanin Initiative! In this episode, we are joined by Tonja Johnson, the executive director of Beautifully Unblemished Support Group, Inc. Diagnosed with vitiligo in 2014, Tonja faced significant challenges finding information and support, leading her to establish the non-profit in 2017. Together, they discuss the critical support ne…
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The American Psychological Association defines stress resilience as “the process of adapting well in the face of adversity, trauma, tragedy, threats, or significant sources of stress." Stress and trauma are often part of life. How can we learn to be more resilient when facing stress and trauma? Can EMDR therapy help? Find out what Rachael Miller, L…
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Tonja Johnson's Inspiring Vitiligo Journey
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Welcome to the Melanin Initiative! In this episode, we speak with Tonja Johnson, who was diagnosed with vitiligo in 2014 and faced significant challenges in finding information and support in Florida. This experience led her to found the Beautifully Unblemished Support Group, Inc. in 2017, a non-profit organization that provides social connectivity…
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From Teen Mom to a Certified Professional Midwife
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Welcome to the Melanin Initiative! In this episode, we are delighted to have Charity Bean, CMA, CFSD, CLC, CHW, SMW, share her heartfelt journey of becoming a Certified Midwife. Charity is a certified pregnancy, labor, childbirth, and postpartum doula who specializes in hospital birth. With numerous certifications including medical assistant, lacta…
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73 Questions That Reveal the Heart of a DNP Student
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Welcome to the Melanin Initiative! Join us for an exclusive interview in our "73 Questions" series featuring a Doctor of Nursing Student! 🌟 Dive deep into the life, career, and insights of this accomplished healthcare professional. From personal anecdotes to professional advice, discover what it takes to excel in the nursing field. Whether you're a…
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EMDR Therapy, Eating Disorders and Sexual Abuse
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What happens when you see a therapist for an issue you are having, only to discover that there is another underlying issue fueling the first? Patty Cabot met EMDR Certified Therapist and Consultant Leah Leatherbee, LCSW-R, to help with her eating disorder, which was driven by years of sexual abuse. How can EMDR therapy help? Focal Point Blog: EMDR …
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Understanding Asymptomatic High Blood Pressure: Silent But Dangerous
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In our latest episode, we are thrilled to have Kimberly Souffront, PhD, RN, FNP-BC, FAAN, join us to discuss Asymptomatic High Blood Pressure. Dr. Souffront is a highly accomplished Nurse Scientist, Emergency Nurse Practitioner, Health Equity Advocate, Leader, Innovator, and BIM Fellow. Her extensive research focuses on achieving health equity and …
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Preventing Amputations Through Expert Foot Care
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Welcome to the Melanin Initiative! In this informative episode, we talk with Yvette Conyers DNP, a doctorally-prepared Nurse Practitioner specializing in foot and nail care. Yvette shares her extensive knowledge gained from over 20 years in nursing and over a decade as an advanced practice nurse. She discusses her mission to provide high-quality fo…
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Welcome to the Melanin Initiative! In this episode, we discover the groundbreaking skincare brand Nuekie, founded by the brilliant and passionate Eunice Cofie-Obeng, a distinguished chemist and beauty innovator. 🌟 Nuekie, meaning "first daughter in the family and hardworking one," reflects the brand's dedication to promoting healthy, youthful skin …
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EMDR Therapy for Dissociation in Children & Adolescents
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How does EMDR therapy help children and teens make sense of the internal fragmentation of dissociation? An active and flexible approach to EMDR makes therapists bolder in leading young people to trauma work, even in cases with significant and complex early trauma. Children and teens have unique developmental challenges. How does an EMDR therapist s…
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In this enlightening episode of The Melanin Initiative podcast, we sit down with Dr. LaTaya De Jesus, a dedicated healthcare professional with an inspiring journey from combat medic to triple board-certified nurse practitioner. Dr. LaTaya shares how her faith has guided her career and discusses her passion for Lifestyle Medicine, a holistic approac…
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Inside One of the First Black, Woman-Owned Birth Centers
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Faisa Farole is a licensed certified midwife and the Founder of Washington state's inaugural Black woman-owned freestanding birth center, the Federal Way Birth Center. She is a seasoned midwife who blazes trails for her community, especially women and babies of color. Recognizing the challenges faced by Black women in maternal care, Farole's vision…
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DC Black Pride 2024: A Celebration of Diversity
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Kenya Hutton is back! He's the current Deputy Director for the Center for Black Equity. In August 2024, he'll be promoted to the President and CEO! He returns to talk about DC Black Pride 2024 in Washington, DC https://dcblackpride.org/ 💫 Wednesday May 22 - Monday May 27 📍 Westin Washington DC Hotel 💻 Workshops, Health & Wellness Pavilion, Vendor M…
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Did you know that one person dies from an eating disorder every hour? Did you also know that EMDR therapy can help? EMDR-certified therapist and consultant Marnie Davis, MA. LMHC discusses her experience with clients who have eating disorders and how EMDR therapy heals. Jim Knipe's Loving Eyes Protocol What is AIP (Adaptive Information Processing)?…
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Discover the remarkable story of Faisa Farole, a seasoned midwife who blazes trails with the founding of Washington state's inaugural Black woman-owned freestanding birth center. Located in Seattle, the Federal Way Birth Center is more than just a medical facility; it's a beacon of community support, especially for women and babies of color. Recogn…
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PCOS Essentials: Expert Advice & Supportive Insights | Health Podcast
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Dive into our latest podcast episode where we unravel the complexities of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS). From symptoms to management strategies, we've got everything you need to know. Tune in now for empowering discussions and valuable insights! Welcome to Season 3! We started the show in May 2023 during Nurses' Week and we're doing it again t…
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Dream Big: 73 Questions with a Nurse Practitioner Entrepreneur
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Our new 73 Questions Series was inspired by @NDMD . We're putting our nursing twist on it and inviting all healthcare professionals to participate so we can learn more about all the different career options in healthcare as well as inspire the next generation. Welcome to Season 3! We started the show in May 2023 during Nurses' Week and we're doing …
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A Passion for Botox: 73 Questions with an Aesthetic Nurse Practitioner
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Our new 73 Questions Series was inspired by @NDMD . We're putting our nursing twist on it and inviting all healthcare professionals to participate so we can learn more about all the different career options in healthcare as well as inspire the next generation. Welcome to Season 3! We started the show in May 2023 during Nurses' Week and we're doing …
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Heart and Leadership: 73 Questions with a Dedicated Nurse Director
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Our new 73 Questions Series was inspired by @NDMD . We're putting our nursing twist on it and inviting all healthcare professionals to participate so we can learn more about all the different career options in healthcare as well as inspire the next generation. Welcome to Season 3! We started the show in May 2023 during Nurses' Week and we're doing …
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The Truth About Research Semester as a Graduate Student
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Demetrius Kirk, DNPc is back to share his journey to pursuing graduate education in a series called, Becoming: Doctor of Nursing Practice. We're going to follow his journey to becoming a doctorally prepared nurse leader. Each semester he will return to share his experience as we watch his career, vision, and practice evolve. ----------------- The N…
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Discover the Truth About Weight Management
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Join us for an in-depth discussion on the newest treatments and breakthroughs in weight management. From medications to lifestyle tips, we've got you covered. Welcome to Season 3! We started the show in May 2023 during Nurses' Week and we're doing it again this year. We're releasing a new show every day during Nurses' Week and then weekly on Sunday…
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Cancer. HIV/Aids. Long Covid. Back, joint, and muscular-skeletal pain. Pulmonary diseases. What do these all have in common? They are considered a serious illness. People who deal with them are usually in it for the long run. Serious illness is a health condition that carries a high risk of mortality AND either negatively impacts a person's daily f…
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According to the U.S. National Institute for Mental Health, an estimated 4.7 percent of the population experience a panic disorder at some time in their lives. They define a panic disorder as "an anxiety disorder characterized by unexpected and repeated episodes of intense fear accompanied by physical symptoms that may include chest pain, heart pal…
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EMDR Therapy and Improving Sports Performance
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A study in 2022 from the National Council of Youth Sports reported that 60 million youths between the ages of six and 18 are playing organized sports. Yet, seven out of those 10 youths dropped out by age 13. Can past traumas impact an athlete's performance? Yes, says EMDR-certified therapist and consultant Jennie Abito Carlestav, LMFT. Learn more a…
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EMDR Therapy and the American Asian, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Population
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According to the U.S. Census 2019, there were an estimated 22.9 million Asian Americans, 1.6 million Native Hawaiians, and other Pacific Islanders (AANHPI), together accounting for 7.2 percent of the nation's population. The percentage of Asian alone-or-in-combination military veterans in 2021 was 2.4 percent. While the population numbers might see…
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According to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, suicide is the 11th leading cause of death in the U.S. In 2021, 48,183 Americans died by suicide and 1.70 million attempts. The numbers tracked by the World Health Organization are more staggering: more than 700,000 people die each year by suicide. How can EMDR therapy help those consider…
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A Nurse's Emotional Journey through Grad School
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Welcome everyone to the Melanin Initiative! Today we're talking to special guest, Demetrius Kirk, DNPc, about his journey to pursuing graduate education as we begin a new series called: Becoming: Doctor of Nursing Practice. We're going to follow his journey to becoming a doctorally prepared nurse leader. Each semester he will return to share his ex…
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Welcome everyone to the Melanin Initiative! “In healthcare, there is often too much information and not enough time. Here at The Melanin Initiative, we avoid TMI by breaking things down into language you can understand, we create a safe space to ask your questions, and share our nursing perspective without taking too much of your time." Today we're…
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Black Maternal Health Virtual Conference | National Black Nurses' Association
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Welcome everyone to the Melanin Initiative! “In healthcare, there is often too much information and not enough time. Here at The Melanin Initiative, we avoid TMI by breaking things down into language you can understand, we create a safe space to ask your questions, and share our nursing perspective without taking too much of your time." Today we're…
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What is moral injury, and who can it impact? Moral injury, as defined by this episode's guest is: It is an existential and or spiritual crisis. that can be the consequence of having been trained to override the intrinsic and instinctive aversion to the taking of human life, that it is about killing, which is an act that can't be undone. And that hu…
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From Dream to Reality: The Path to Becoming a Physician
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Welcome everyone to the Melanin Initiative! “In healthcare, there is often too much information and not enough time. Here at The Melanin Initiative, we avoid TMI by breaking things down into language you can understand, we create a safe space to ask your questions, and share our nursing perspective without taking too much of your time." Today we're…
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Becoming a Medical Student | Health Education
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Welcome everyone to the Melanin Initiative! “In healthcare, there is often too much information and not enough time. Here at The Melanin Initiative, we avoid TMI by breaking things down into language you can understand, we create a safe space to ask your questions, and share our nursing perspective without taking too much of your time." Today we're…
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Anti-Oppression EMDR Therapy for the LGBTQA+ Community
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What does it mean to create an anti-oppressive EMDR therapy practice? It means that EMDR therapists take account of the impact of power, inequity, and oppression on people and actively combat it. How can EMDR therapists offer anti-oppressive EMDR therapy for the LGBTQA+ community? EMDR-certified therapist, consultant, and trainer Roshni Chabra, LMF…
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Healthcare and Life Insurance | Generational Wealth | Retirement
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Life Insurance | How to build Generational Wealth | Health Education
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Welcome everyone to the Melanin Initiative! “In healthcare, there is often too much information and not enough time. Here at The Melanin Initiative, we avoid TMI by breaking things down into language you can understand, we create a safe space to ask your questions, and share our nursing perspective without taking too much of your time." Today we're…
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Welcome everyone to the Melanin Initiative! “In healthcare, there is often too much information and not enough time. Here at The Melanin Initiative, we avoid TMI by breaking things down into language you can understand, we create a safe space to ask your questions, and share our nursing perspective without taking too much of your time." Today we're…
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Technical Innovations in Delivering EMDR Therapy
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The global COVID-19 pandemic forced us to find new ways to do things. Providing therapy was no different. Because of this, EMDRIA created Online EMDR Therapy Resources for its members. As the world emerged from lockdown, many EMDR therapists continued to see clients virtually. Are there potential tools that can help facilitate therapy sessions? Yes…
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Sleep Apnea | You're Not Alone | Health Education
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Doulas | Safe Pregnancy before, during and after | Health Education
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Welcome everyone to the Melanin Initiative! “In healthcare, there is often too much information and not enough time. Here at The Melanin Initiative, we avoid TMI by breaking things down into language you can understand, we create a safe space to ask your questions, and share our nursing perspective without taking too much of your time." Today's epi…
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Anxiety, Depression and SI | Health Education
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Welcome everyone to the Melanin Initiative! “In healthcare, there is often too much information and not enough time. Here at The Melanin Initiative, we avoid TMI by breaking things down into language you can understand, we create a safe space to ask your questions, and share our nursing perspective without taking too much of your time." By the end …
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