Join us on the Unfiltered Unspoken Podcast for an inspiring and eye-opening discussion with Kellina Powell, a remarkable individual who faced the challenges of becoming deaf at the age of 4. In this deeply personal episode, Kellina sheds light on the difficulties of navigating life with a disability, particularly in a community that seldom addresses mental health in relation to disabilities.
Growing up with deafness posed significant hurdles, especially in an environment where discussions on mental health were absent. Kellina recounts the struggles faced in schooling, where being walked over and lacking a voice were constant battles. Transitioning from a deaf school to a hearing school in grade 2 or 3 brought its own set of challenges, with inadequate accommodations and a lack of understanding from teachers leading to immense difficulty in learning.
The trauma of constantly being doubted by others took a toll, deeply affecting Kellina's mental health. In grade 6, there was a lack of representation or role models, amplifying the isolation and struggle to find support.
Tune in to hear Kellina's courageous journey, marked by resilience and the quest for mental well-being despite the adversities faced. This candid conversation sheds light on the importance of mental health awareness within the disability community and the necessity for representation and support systems for individuals facing similar challenges.
#DeafnessAndMentalHealth #OvercomingStruggles #UnfilteredUnspokenPodcast #DisabilityAwareness #MentalHealthJourne
Comments