by Carolyn Ross | Oct 10, 2023 | Blog, Carolyn Ross MD, DEI Consultant, Weight
The world has established a clear definition of what ideal weight looks like. The standards may shift through the years, but regardless of how unattainable they may be, they influence how one is perceived. One whose body type isn’t what might be considered the “norm”...
by Carolyn Ross | Oct 10, 2023 | Blog, Carolyn Ross MD, DEI Consultant
Everyone should have access to healthcare tailored to their needs. Tragically, this is often not the case for minorities. The healthcare industry does not reflect the diverse population it serves, which leads to treatment bias that may be life-altering or...
by Carolyn Ross | Aug 25, 2023 | DEI Consultant, DEI efforts, effects of trauma, Mental health in the workplace, substance-induced disorders, Trauma-informed leadership
Every individual brings with them their unique relationship and perspective on race, trauma and substance abuse wherever they go. Some may display their feelings with pride while others hide them out of shame or fear. Regardless of how one manages their...
by Carolyn Ross | Jul 28, 2023 | Blog, Carolyn Ross MD, DEI Consultant, DEI in the workplace, mental health awareness in the workplace
Individuals bring their lived experiences, unique perspectives, past traumas and diverse backgrounds with them wherever they go. These factors combine to produce a roadmap for one’s life path. Sometimes they create insurmountable obstacles that can derail the journey....
by Carolyn Ross | Jul 21, 2023 | ancestral trauma, Blog, mental health awareness in the workplace, mental health keynote speaker
The experiences from one’s childhood and their parents’ and grandparents’ childhoods build on each other to create their unique perspective. With that many lifetimes of moments, there are bound to be many that are significantly traumatic. Even though an individual...