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A Parent's Journey Towards Disability Advocacy with AJ Paron
José sits down with AJ Paron to talk about parenting a child with disabilities. José and AJ shatter the belief that one's potential is limited and unpack the role of the parental advocate
‘Mental health isn’t a one-size-fits-all’
Jose Rosario, CEO and founder of The Phoenix Empowered, said he believes it is important for conversations about mental health to reflect people’s different experiences and identities.
"I hear you": The Psychology of Our Differences
When interacting with people, we can easily identify our differences. But, what happens when we recognize that we all have differences? Communities where individuals can grieve and heal collectively, emerge and are united by a shared identity that influences the ways in which we experience the sociopolitical world. So, how do we advance mental health practices to meet the needs of a diverse world and honor differences?