Lisa LaCon
Dr. Lisa LaCon
Bullied: The Tragic Death of Dr. Antoinette Candia Bailey
Bullied: The Tragic Death of Dr. Antoinette Candia Bailey
Bullied: The Tragic Death of Dr. Antoinette Candia Bailey
Saturday 13th January 2024
Dr. Lisa LaCon reflects on Dr. Antoinette Candia Bailey's tragic suicide, highlighting mental health struggles and the need for better support in urban communities.
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Episode Overview
- Dr. LaCon reflects on the tragic loss of Dr. Antoinette Candia Bailey to suicide and explores the impact of mental illness.
- The episode delves into Dr. Bailey's career, struggle with mental illness, and the lack of support in her workplace.
- The conversation sparks thought-provoking discussions about the challenges faced by Black women in leadership positions and the need for culturally competent physicians.
- Dr. LaCon emphasizes the importance of reasonable accommodations for disabilities, support for mental health in educational and workplace settings, and community awareness.
- The episode provides a compassionate and informative insight into the complexities of mental health and the support needed within the urban community.
It's a lot of mental illness happening in our community. And it's just, I don't know, even those cops, there's something's wrong with them too. Well, Curtis, I just want to say this wasn't- The most pleasant, but- Yeah, exactly.
Imagine the weight of being a leader, battling mental illness, and facing a lack of support at work. This episode of 'Urban Tools for Change' with Dr. Lisa LaCon is a poignant reflection on the tragic suicide of Dr. Antoinette Candia Bailey. Dr. LaCon takes us through Dr. Bailey's career, her personal struggles, and the broader implications for mental health in urban communities.
The conversation sheds light on the unique challenges Black women in leadership positions face, emphasizing the dire need for culturally competent physicians and reasonable workplace accommodations. Dr. LaCon's compassionate narrative provides a deep understanding of the complexities surrounding mental health, urging us to rethink how we support those in our communities.