[humanser] humane Digest, Vol 136, Issue 11Psychological benefits for sports Ginny Duff
Janice Toothman
janice.toothman at verizon.net
Tue Oct 13 13:58:19 UTC 2015
Laura,
I agree with developing a range of activities that one can do on a daily
or weekly basis as a regular routine as many physical and psychological
benefits.
Establishing good exercise habits at a young at that can be continued
throughout the life span with modification and most importantly that you
enjoy and is fun will help keep the Brain healthy as well.
Too much of the time Blind and Visually Impaired individuals see sports
or exercise as obstacles or teams unwilling to have them on their team
due to liability. But if approached in an appropriate way and with a
positive outlook that obstacles can be overcome with creativity and
ingenuity than the sky is the limit.
Janice
On 10/13/2015 9:28 AM, Laura S. Havard via humanser wrote:
> Dear Ginny
> Physical activity /sports are important for everyone to do. It needs to be
> life long and part of one Thing they just do. Consistency is the name of the
> game. Sever times a week (I know intensity and frequency is open for
> discussion by the experts. I can testify to the mental aspects of physical
> activity on a weekly basis. I always get a feeling of wellbeing and the
> ability to move my body , slowly moving more and with more weight or in a
> specific way depending on the specific activity I am doing.
> I know in the past, physical fitness wasn't emphasized by this organization
> nor did it seem to be important for those who are blind or visually
> impaired. Physical fitness is important for everyone especially as one ages.
>
> Laura Havard
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> 3. Re: Psychological benefits of sports (Janice Toothman)
> 4. Re: Psychological benefits of sports (Ericka)
> 5. Re: Psychological benefits of sports (Christina Moore)
> 6. Readers & Sports (JD Townsend)
> 7. Re: Psychological benefits of sports (Merry Schoch)
> 8. Re: Psychological benefits of sports (Steven Johnson)
> 9. Re: Psychological benefits of sports (JD Townsend)
> 10. Re: Psychological benefits of sports (Carly Mihalakis)
> 11. Re: Client handwriting, accessibility, and Confidentiality
> (Kaiti Shelton)
> 12. Re: Research... (Ashley Bramlett)
> 13. Re: Challenges with VR services (Ashley Bramlett)
> 14. Re: Client handwriting, accessibility, and confidentiality
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> 15. Re: Psychological benefits of sports (Michael Abell)
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> Date: Mon, 12 Oct 2015 15:36:20 -0400
> From: "Ginny Duff" <duffg at stjoe.on.ca>
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> Subject: Re: [humanser] Psychological benefits of sports
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> Hi all - I have to give a talk on the psychological benefits of sports for
> those of us who are blind / visually impaired. I've certainly got a lot of
> ideas but wondered if any of you know anything from NFB about this -
> speeches? document?
> Thanks,
>
> So far I am focusing on the importance of pride in our bodies and abilities-
> and that there is more right than wrong with us. The value in learning to
> trust and value our physicality. The importance of breaking free of low
> expectations. Being rebellious and pushing the envelope. The importance
> of pure fun and exhileration. The value of the group / the team - meeting
> others with disabilities.
>
> Any other thoughts?
>
>
> Ginny
>
>
>
> Dr. V. Duff
> Clinical Director, West End ACT Team,
> St. Joseph's Heatlh Centre , Toronto
> Staff Psychiatrist, Complex Mental Illness, CAMH
> Lecturer, University of Toronto
> Tel: 416.530.6000, ext 3101
> FAX: 416.530.6363
>
> Sent from my iPad
>
>> On Oct 11, 2015, at 6:22 PM, Carly Mihalakis via humanser
> <humanser at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> Afternoon, Sarah,
>>
>> I think that one is a fabulously productive suggestion, you can
>> gather a plethora of insight regarding client's psychology if he
>> speaks in a way he initially scribed those lyrics.
>> CarAt 03:09 PM 10/11/2015, Sarah Meyer via humanser wrote:
>>> Hi Kaiti,
>>> I'm so glad you posted this question, as I am sure I will be facing
>>> similar ones very soon when I enter into my practicum next semester.
>>> I wonder if another approach, rather than even typing the lyrics as
>>> the client reads, would be to record (with his permission) his reading
>>> of the lyrics out loud; perhaps this way you might even be able to go
>>> back and interpret some of the emotional cues.
>>>
>>> I love what Dr. Duff pointed out about how having this open
>>> conversation about disability could open up new doors for
>>> vulnerability and further therapeutic work.
>>>
>>> I am curious if other professionals in this field use readers or
>>> sighted colleagues for similar situations at times when scanning just
>>> won't work, as in cases with hand-written materials.
>>>
>>> Thanks for introducing this topic, Kaiti!
>>>
>>> --
>>> Sarah K. Meyer
>>> Graduate Student, Clinical Mental Health Counseling/Social Psychology
>>> Ball State University
>>> Board Member, Human Services Division of the National Federation of the
> Blind
>>> sarah.meyer55 at gmail.com
>>> (317)402-6632
>>>
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> Hi Ginny,
> Check out the future reflections magazine. There is one special addition on
> sports and other physical activities.
>
> Yasmin Reyazuddin
> Aging & Disability Services
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> Cc: Ginny Duff <duffg at stjoe.on.ca>
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>
> Hi all - I have to give a talk on the psychological benefits of sports for
> those of us who are blind / visually impaired. I've certainly got a lot of
> ideas but wondered if any of you know anything from NFB about this -
> speeches? document?
> Thanks,
>
> So far I am focusing on the importance of pride in our bodies and abilities-
> and that there is more right than wrong with us. The value in learning to
> trust and value our physicality. The importance of breaking free of low
> expectations. Being rebellious and pushing the envelope. The importance
> of pure fun and exhileration. The value of the group / the team - meeting
> others with disabilities.
>
> Any other thoughts?
>
>
> Ginny
>
>
>
> Dr. V. Duff
> Clinical Director, West End ACT Team,
> St. Joseph's Heatlh Centre , Toronto
> Staff Psychiatrist, Complex Mental Illness, CAMH Lecturer, University of
> Toronto
> Tel: 416.530.6000, ext 3101
> FAX: 416.530.6363
>
> Sent from my iPad
>
>> On Oct 11, 2015, at 6:22 PM, Carly Mihalakis via humanser
> <humanser at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> Afternoon, Sarah,
>>
>> I think that one is a fabulously productive suggestion, you can gather
>> a plethora of insight regarding client's psychology if he speaks in a
>> way he initially scribed those lyrics.
>> CarAt 03:09 PM 10/11/2015, Sarah Meyer via humanser wrote:
>>> Hi Kaiti,
>>> I'm so glad you posted this question, as I am sure I will be facing
>>> similar ones very soon when I enter into my practicum next semester.
>>> I wonder if another approach, rather than even typing the lyrics as
>>> the client reads, would be to record (with his permission) his
>>> reading of the lyrics out loud; perhaps this way you might even be
>>> able to go back and interpret some of the emotional cues.
>>>
>>> I love what Dr. Duff pointed out about how having this open
>>> conversation about disability could open up new doors for
>>> vulnerability and further therapeutic work.
>>>
>>> I am curious if other professionals in this field use readers or
>>> sighted colleagues for similar situations at times when scanning just
>>> won't work, as in cases with hand-written materials.
>>>
>>> Thanks for introducing this topic, Kaiti!
>>>
>>> --
>>> Sarah K. Meyer
>>> Graduate Student, Clinical Mental Health Counseling/Social Psychology
>>> Ball State University Board Member, Human Services Division of the
>>> National Federation of the Blind sarah.meyer55 at gmail.com
>>> (317)402-6632
>>>
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> Date: Mon, 12 Oct 2015 16:03:56 -0400
> From: Janice Toothman <janice.toothman at verizon.net>
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> Hi Ginny,
>
> You can contact the president of the Sports and Recreation Division
> Lisamaria Martinez
>
> Janice
>
> On 10/12/2015 3:49 PM, Reyazuddin, Yasmin via humanser wrote:
>> Hi Ginny,
>> Check out the future reflections magazine. There is one special addition
> on sports and other physical activities.
>> Yasmin Reyazuddin
>> Aging & Disability Services
>> Montgomery County Government
>> Department of Health & Human Services
>> 401 Hungerford Drive (3rd floor)
>> Rockville MD 20850
>> 240-777-0311 (MC311)
>> 240-777-1556 (personal)
>> 240-777-1495 (fax)
>> office hours 8:30 am 5:00 pm
>> Languages English, Hindi, Urdu, Braille
>>
>>
>> This message may contain protected health information or other information
> that is confidential or privileged. If you are not the intended recipient,
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>> From: humanser [mailto:humanser-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Ginny
> Duff via humanser
>> Sent: Monday, October 12, 2015 3:36 PM
>> To: humanser at nfbnet.org
>> Cc: Ginny Duff <duffg at stjoe.on.ca>
>> Subject: Re: [humanser] Psychological benefits of sports
>>
>> Hi all - I have to give a talk on the psychological benefits of sports for
> those of us who are blind / visually impaired. I've certainly got a lot of
> ideas but wondered if any of you know anything from NFB about this -
> speeches? document?
>> Thanks,
>>
>> So far I am focusing on the importance of pride in our bodies and
> abilities- and that there is more right than wrong with us. The value in
> learning to trust and value our physicality. The importance of breaking
> free of low expectations. Being rebellious and pushing the envelope. The
> importance of pure fun and exhileration. The value of the group / the team
> - meeting others with disabilities.
>> Any other thoughts?
>>
>>
>> Ginny
>>
>>
>>
>> Dr. V. Duff
>> Clinical Director, West End ACT Team,
>> St. Joseph's Heatlh Centre , Toronto
>> Staff Psychiatrist, Complex Mental Illness, CAMH Lecturer, University of
> Toronto
>> Tel: 416.530.6000, ext 3101
>> FAX: 416.530.6363
>>
>> Sent from my iPad
>>
>>> On Oct 11, 2015, at 6:22 PM, Carly Mihalakis via humanser
> <humanser at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>> Afternoon, Sarah,
>>>
>>> I think that one is a fabulously productive suggestion, you can gather
>>> a plethora of insight regarding client's psychology if he speaks in a
>>> way he initially scribed those lyrics.
>>> CarAt 03:09 PM 10/11/2015, Sarah Meyer via humanser wrote:
>>>> Hi Kaiti,
>>>> I'm so glad you posted this question, as I am sure I will be facing
>>>> similar ones very soon when I enter into my practicum next semester.
>>>> I wonder if another approach, rather than even typing the lyrics as
>>>> the client reads, would be to record (with his permission) his
>>>> reading of the lyrics out loud; perhaps this way you might even be
>>>> able to go back and interpret some of the emotional cues.
>>>>
>>>> I love what Dr. Duff pointed out about how having this open
>>>> conversation about disability could open up new doors for
>>>> vulnerability and further therapeutic work.
>>>>
>>>> I am curious if other professionals in this field use readers or
>>>> sighted colleagues for similar situations at times when scanning just
>>>> won't work, as in cases with hand-written materials.
>>>>
>>>> Thanks for introducing this topic, Kaiti!
>>>>
>>>> --
>>>> Sarah K. Meyer
>>>> Graduate Student, Clinical Mental Health Counseling/Social Psychology
>>>> Ball State University Board Member, Human Services Division of the
>>>> National Federation of the Blind sarah.meyer55 at gmail.com
>>>> (317)402-6632
>>>>
>>>> _______________________________________________
>>>> humanser mailing list
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> Date: Mon, 12 Oct 2015 16:13:59 -0500
> From: Ericka <dotwriter1 at gmail.com>
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> I would talk to the sports and recreation division. I think that's what it's
> called.
>
> Ericka Short
> "Friends are like flowers in the garden of life"
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
>> On Oct 12, 2015, at 2:36 PM, Ginny Duff via humanser <humanser at nfbnet.org>
> wrote:
>> Hi all - I have to give a talk on the psychological benefits of sports for
> those of us who are blind / visually impaired. I've certainly got a lot of
> ideas but wondered if any of you know anything from NFB about this -
> speeches? document?
>> Thanks,
>>
>> So far I am focusing on the importance of pride in our bodies and
> abilities- and that there is more right than wrong with us. The value in
> learning to trust and value our physicality. The importance of breaking
> free of low expectations. Being rebellious and pushing the envelope. The
> importance of pure fun and exhileration. The value of the group / the team
> - meeting others with disabilities.
>> Any other thoughts?
>>
>>
>> Ginny
>>
>>
>>
>> Dr. V. Duff
>> Clinical Director, West End ACT Team,
>> St. Joseph's Heatlh Centre , Toronto
>> Staff Psychiatrist, Complex Mental Illness, CAMH
>> Lecturer, University of Toronto
>> Tel: 416.530.6000, ext 3101
>> FAX: 416.530.6363
>>
>> Sent from my iPad
>>
>>> On Oct 11, 2015, at 6:22 PM, Carly Mihalakis via humanser
> <humanser at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>> Afternoon, Sarah,
>>>
>>> I think that one is a fabulously productive suggestion, you can
>>> gather a plethora of insight regarding client's psychology if he
>>> speaks in a way he initially scribed those lyrics.
>>> CarAt 03:09 PM 10/11/2015, Sarah Meyer via humanser wrote:
>>>> Hi Kaiti,
>>>> I'm so glad you posted this question, as I am sure I will be facing
>>>> similar ones very soon when I enter into my practicum next semester.
>>>> I wonder if another approach, rather than even typing the lyrics as
>>>> the client reads, would be to record (with his permission) his reading
>>>> of the lyrics out loud; perhaps this way you might even be able to go
>>>> back and interpret some of the emotional cues.
>>>>
>>>> I love what Dr. Duff pointed out about how having this open
>>>> conversation about disability could open up new doors for
>>>> vulnerability and further therapeutic work.
>>>>
>>>> I am curious if other professionals in this field use readers or
>>>> sighted colleagues for similar situations at times when scanning just
>>>> won't work, as in cases with hand-written materials.
>>>>
>>>> Thanks for introducing this topic, Kaiti!
>>>>
>>>> --
>>>> Sarah K. Meyer
>>>> Graduate Student, Clinical Mental Health Counseling/Social Psychology
>>>> Ball State University
>>>> Board Member, Human Services Division of the National Federation of the
> Blind
>>>> sarah.meyer55 at gmail.com
>>>> (317)402-6632
>>>>
>>>> _______________________________________________
>>>> humanser mailing list
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> Date: Mon, 12 Oct 2015 17:28:04 -0400
> From: Christina Moore <christina.moore16 at houghton.edu>
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> Hello,
> I believe it would be helpful for you to contact the founder of camp
> Abilities. I cannot remember her name though I know her first name is
> Lauren. She would know a lot about this because she has done extensive work
> with blind people, deaf-blind people and others with disabilities related to
> sports. I'm sure that if you do a Google search of Lauren, Camp Abilities,
> blindness etc. you should find something.
> Hope this helps. :-)
>
>
> --Christina
>
>> On Oct 12, 2015, at 17:13, Ericka via humanser <humanser at nfbnet.org>
> wrote:
>> I would talk to the sports and recreation division. I think that's what
> it's called.
>> Ericka Short
>> "Friends are like flowers in the garden of life"
>>
>> Sent from my iPhone
>>
>>> On Oct 12, 2015, at 2:36 PM, Ginny Duff via humanser
> <humanser at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>> Hi all - I have to give a talk on the psychological benefits of sports
> for those of us who are blind / visually impaired. I've certainly got a
> lot of ideas but wondered if any of you know anything from NFB about this -
> speeches? document?
>>> Thanks,
>>>
>>> So far I am focusing on the importance of pride in our bodies and
> abilities- and that there is more right than wrong with us. The value in
> learning to trust and value our physicality. The importance of breaking
> free of low expectations. Being rebellious and pushing the envelope. The
> importance of pure fun and exhileration. The value of the group / the team
> - meeting others with disabilities.
>>> Any other thoughts?
>>>
>>>
>>> Ginny
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> Dr. V. Duff
>>> Clinical Director, West End ACT Team,
>>> St. Joseph's Heatlh Centre , Toronto
>>> Staff Psychiatrist, Complex Mental Illness, CAMH
>>> Lecturer, University of Toronto
>>> Tel: 416.530.6000, ext 3101
>>> FAX: 416.530.6363
>>>
>>> Sent from my iPad
>>>
>>>> On Oct 11, 2015, at 6:22 PM, Carly Mihalakis via humanser
> <humanser at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>>> Afternoon, Sarah,
>>>>
>>>> I think that one is a fabulously productive suggestion, you can
>>>> gather a plethora of insight regarding client's psychology if he
>>>> speaks in a way he initially scribed those lyrics.
>>>> CarAt 03:09 PM 10/11/2015, Sarah Meyer via humanser wrote:
>>>>> Hi Kaiti,
>>>>> I'm so glad you posted this question, as I am sure I will be facing
>>>>> similar ones very soon when I enter into my practicum next semester.
>>>>> I wonder if another approach, rather than even typing the lyrics as
>>>>> the client reads, would be to record (with his permission) his reading
>>>>> of the lyrics out loud; perhaps this way you might even be able to go
>>>>> back and interpret some of the emotional cues.
>>>>>
>>>>> I love what Dr. Duff pointed out about how having this open
>>>>> conversation about disability could open up new doors for
>>>>> vulnerability and further therapeutic work.
>>>>>
>>>>> I am curious if other professionals in this field use readers or
>>>>> sighted colleagues for similar situations at times when scanning just
>>>>> won't work, as in cases with hand-written materials.
>>>>>
>>>>> Thanks for introducing this topic, Kaiti!
>>>>>
>>>>> --
>>>>> Sarah K. Meyer
>>>>> Graduate Student, Clinical Mental Health Counseling/Social Psychology
>>>>> Ball State University
>>>>> Board Member, Human Services Division of the National Federation of the
> Blind
>>>>> sarah.meyer55 at gmail.com
>>>>> (317)402-6632
>>>>>
>>>>> _______________________________________________
>>>>> humanser mailing list
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> Message: 6
> Date: Mon, 12 Oct 2015 18:01:12 -0400
> From: "JD Townsend" <43210 at bellsouth.net>
> To: "Human Services Division Mailing List" <humanser at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: [humanser] Readers & Sports
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> For me sports have given me a fuller sense of self and, so, I often suggests
>
> sports for my patients. From basketball to neighborhood walks and
> scateboarding the psychological benefits have been well researched and
> almost always beneficial.
>
> Sports have been very important to me in my personal development. I was in
> the Ski For Light program and competed against other blind cross-country
> skiers. Later I was in the Achilles Track Club and ran lots of 10K races
> and 5 NYC Marathons with them. The competition was not blind specific, so I
>
> ran with the light dependent with a sighted guide. And, I have rowed in
> crew, those long narrow boats with the long oars.
>
> There are several blind-specific sport teams in my area, however these have
> never especially interested me. It has not been anti-blind, but the bowling
>
> and beep-ball just don?t draw me.
>
> Yes. I use sighted readers at my hospital-based mental health practice.
> For me the benefits of having a person who, over time, becomes comfortable
> with charts and forms is worth the effort of engaging them. I currently
> have 2. One is a retired teacher, she is excellent at skipping over
> materials that I ask her to skip. The other is an Egyptan MD who is
> volunteering in an effort to keep in practice as he seeks USA licensure, he
> does much of the filing. I would be less efficient without them.
>
>
> JD
>
>
> JD Townsend LCSW
> Helping the light dependent to see.
> Daytona Beach, Earth, Sol System
>
>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 7
> Date: Mon, 12 Oct 2015 18:46:37 -0400
> From: "Merry Schoch" <merrys at verizon.net>
> To: "'Human Services Division Mailing List'" <humanser at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [humanser] Psychological benefits of sports
> Message-ID: <001301d1053f$da9c4d10$8fd4e730$@net>
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>
> Hi Ginny,
>
> I received a bicycle from my church that was built with miscellaneous parts.
> Yesterday my granddaughter and me went to the track that is near my home. I
> was pleased because no one was walking the track at the time we were there
> and I was thrilled to ride my bike. My granddaughter was not so thrilled as
> it was a bit too warm for her so I went two laps and then home. I plan on
> doing it again soon and hope it cools down here in Florida so we can ride
> our bikes together.
>
> I must say I was excited and happy about our two laps but I desire more! My
> granddaughter also has roller skates so maybe I'll do that as well!
>
> I love both of those exercises as well as swimming.
>
> Hope you find what you are looking for on the sports and rec list.
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: humanser [mailto:humanser-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Ginny Duff
> via humanser
> Sent: Monday, October 12, 2015 3:36 PM
> To: humanser at nfbnet.org
> Cc: Ginny Duff
> Subject: Re: [humanser] Psychological benefits of sports
>
> Hi all - I have to give a talk on the psychological benefits of sports for
> those of us who are blind / visually impaired. I've certainly got a lot of
> ideas but wondered if any of you know anything from NFB about this -
> speeches? document?
> Thanks,
>
> So far I am focusing on the importance of pride in our bodies and abilities-
> and that there is more right than wrong with us. The value in learning to
> trust and value our physicality. The importance of breaking free of low
> expectations. Being rebellious and pushing the envelope. The importance
> of pure fun and exhileration. The value of the group / the team - meeting
> others with disabilities.
>
> Any other thoughts?
>
>
> Ginny
>
>
>
> Dr. V. Duff
> Clinical Director, West End ACT Team,
> St. Joseph's Heatlh Centre , Toronto
> Staff Psychiatrist, Complex Mental Illness, CAMH Lecturer, University of
> Toronto
> Tel: 416.530.6000, ext 3101
> FAX: 416.530.6363
>
> Sent from my iPad
>
>> On Oct 11, 2015, at 6:22 PM, Carly Mihalakis via humanser
> <humanser at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> Afternoon, Sarah,
>>
>> I think that one is a fabulously productive suggestion, you can gather
>> a plethora of insight regarding client's psychology if he speaks in a
>> way he initially scribed those lyrics.
>> CarAt 03:09 PM 10/11/2015, Sarah Meyer via humanser wrote:
>>> Hi Kaiti,
>>> I'm so glad you posted this question, as I am sure I will be facing
>>> similar ones very soon when I enter into my practicum next semester.
>>> I wonder if another approach, rather than even typing the lyrics as
>>> the client reads, would be to record (with his permission) his
>>> reading of the lyrics out loud; perhaps this way you might even be
>>> able to go back and interpret some of the emotional cues.
>>>
>>> I love what Dr. Duff pointed out about how having this open
>>> conversation about disability could open up new doors for
>>> vulnerability and further therapeutic work.
>>>
>>> I am curious if other professionals in this field use readers or
>>> sighted colleagues for similar situations at times when scanning just
>>> won't work, as in cases with hand-written materials.
>>>
>>> Thanks for introducing this topic, Kaiti!
>>>
>>> --
>>> Sarah K. Meyer
>>> Graduate Student, Clinical Mental Health Counseling/Social Psychology
>>> Ball State University Board Member, Human Services Division of the
>>> National Federation of the Blind sarah.meyer55 at gmail.com
>>> (317)402-6632
>>>
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> Message: 8
> Date: Mon, 12 Oct 2015 18:17:07 -0500
> From: "Steven Johnson" <blinddog3 at charter.net>
> To: "'Human Services Division Mailing List'" <humanser at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [humanser] Psychological benefits of sports
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> Hi Ginny,
> I am the past president, and current secretary of an organization called
> nasa, north American squirrel association www.nasasquirrel.org which
> provides recreational opportunities for persons with disabilities, elders,
> disabled vets and youth to access the outdoors. Over the past few years, we
> have had a significant increase of BVI participants, with many participating
> in our shooting sports including deer hunting, pheasant hunting, and range
> shooting. One of the underlying psychological benefits I have personally
> noticed, is that getting individuals into the outdoors, or involved in
> something they want to be involved with, creates a positive mind-set. Once
> the individual realizes that they can still enjoy things that they once used
> to do before losing their sight, or being involved in something that creates
> a positive self-concept/image, this opens the doors for these individuals to
> realize that this is just the first step to unlocking their untapped
> potential. Of course, this is relatively true for many of our disabled
> participants in general, but I have personally seen more of the BVI
> participants now start to become more involved in leadership roles within
> our organization, and and with any luck, they will continue to realize their
> potential and pursue other involvements, and perhaps, work activity. The
> psychological benefits are essentially something that cannot be measured
> quantatively, but definitely in a qualitative aspect. If you are interested
> in finding out more, feel free to email me at blinddog3 at charter.net. I
> should also add that I am a 15 year member of our 9-member State's
> Disability Advisory Council in which we advise the Department of Natural
> Resources on access to the outdoors on all fronts, and have been involved in
> many efforts to create more opportunities for the BVI to access the
> outdoors.
>
> Hope this helps,
> Steve
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: humanser [mailto:humanser-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Merry
> Schoch via humanser
> Sent: Monday, October 12, 2015 5:47 PM
> To: 'Human Services Division Mailing List'
> Cc: Merry Schoch
> Subject: Re: [humanser] Psychological benefits of sports
>
> Hi Ginny,
>
> I received a bicycle from my church that was built with miscellaneous parts.
> Yesterday my granddaughter and me went to the track that is near my home. I
> was pleased because no one was walking the track at the time we were there
> and I was thrilled to ride my bike. My granddaughter was not so thrilled as
> it was a bit too warm for her so I went two laps and then home. I plan on
> doing it again soon and hope it cools down here in Florida so we can ride
> our bikes together.
>
> I must say I was excited and happy about our two laps but I desire more! My
> granddaughter also has roller skates so maybe I'll do that as well!
>
> I love both of those exercises as well as swimming.
>
> Hope you find what you are looking for on the sports and rec list.
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: humanser [mailto:humanser-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Ginny Duff
> via humanser
> Sent: Monday, October 12, 2015 3:36 PM
> To: humanser at nfbnet.org
> Cc: Ginny Duff
> Subject: Re: [humanser] Psychological benefits of sports
>
> Hi all - I have to give a talk on the psychological benefits of sports for
> those of us who are blind / visually impaired. I've certainly got a lot of
> ideas but wondered if any of you know anything from NFB about this -
> speeches? document?
> Thanks,
>
> So far I am focusing on the importance of pride in our bodies and abilities-
> and that there is more right than wrong with us. The value in learning to
> trust and value our physicality. The importance of breaking free of low
> expectations. Being rebellious and pushing the envelope. The importance
> of pure fun and exhileration. The value of the group / the team - meeting
> others with disabilities.
>
> Any other thoughts?
>
>
> Ginny
>
>
>
> Dr. V. Duff
> Clinical Director, West End ACT Team,
> St. Joseph's Heatlh Centre , Toronto
> Staff Psychiatrist, Complex Mental Illness, CAMH Lecturer, University of
> Toronto
> Tel: 416.530.6000, ext 3101
> FAX: 416.530.6363
>
> Sent from my iPad
>
>> On Oct 11, 2015, at 6:22 PM, Carly Mihalakis via humanser
> <humanser at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> Afternoon, Sarah,
>>
>> I think that one is a fabulously productive suggestion, you can gather
>> a plethora of insight regarding client's psychology if he speaks in a
>> way he initially scribed those lyrics.
>> CarAt 03:09 PM 10/11/2015, Sarah Meyer via humanser wrote:
>>> Hi Kaiti,
>>> I'm so glad you posted this question, as I am sure I will be facing
>>> similar ones very soon when I enter into my practicum next semester.
>>> I wonder if another approach, rather than even typing the lyrics as
>>> the client reads, would be to record (with his permission) his
>>> reading of the lyrics out loud; perhaps this way you might even be
>>> able to go back and interpret some of the emotional cues.
>>>
>>> I love what Dr. Duff pointed out about how having this open
>>> conversation about disability could open up new doors for
>>> vulnerability and further therapeutic work.
>>>
>>> I am curious if other professionals in this field use readers or
>>> sighted colleagues for similar situations at times when scanning just
>>> won't work, as in cases with hand-written materials.
>>>
>>> Thanks for introducing this topic, Kaiti!
>>>
>>> --
>>> Sarah K. Meyer
>>> Graduate Student, Clinical Mental Health Counseling/Social Psychology
>>> Ball State University Board Member, Human Services Division of the
>>> National Federation of the Blind sarah.meyer55 at gmail.com
>>> (317)402-6632
>>>
>>> _______________________________________________
>>> humanser mailing list
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>
> Message: 9
> Date: Mon, 12 Oct 2015 19:24:29 -0400
> From: "JD Townsend" <43210 at bellsouth.net>
> To: "'Human Services Division Mailing List'" <humanser at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [humanser] Psychological benefits of sports
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>
> Yes, Merry,
>
> I have a quad bike and a pedal boat, both have side-by-side seats and
> pedals. Sadly, my wife refuses to allow me to steer! But, great open-air
> exercise machines.
>
> JD
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Merry Schoch via humanser
> Sent: Monday, October 12, 2015 6:46 PM
> To: 'Human Services Division Mailing List'
> Cc: Merry Schoch
> Subject: Re: [humanser] Psychological benefits of sports
>
> Hi Ginny,
>
> I received a bicycle from my church that was built with miscellaneous parts.
> Yesterday my granddaughter and me went to the track that is near my home. I
> was pleased because no one was walking the track at the time we were there
> and I was thrilled to ride my bike. My granddaughter was not so thrilled as
> it was a bit too warm for her so I went two laps and then home. I plan on
> doing it again soon and hope it cools down here in Florida so we can ride
> our bikes together.
>
> I must say I was excited and happy about our two laps but I desire more! My
> granddaughter also has roller skates so maybe I'll do that as well!
>
> I love both of those exercises as well as swimming.
>
> Hope you find what you are looking for on the sports and rec list.
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: humanser [mailto:humanser-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Ginny Duff
> via humanser
> Sent: Monday, October 12, 2015 3:36 PM
> To: humanser at nfbnet.org
> Cc: Ginny Duff
> Subject: Re: [humanser] Psychological benefits of sports
>
> Hi all - I have to give a talk on the psychological benefits of sports for
> those of us who are blind / visually impaired. I've certainly got a lot of
> ideas but wondered if any of you know anything from NFB about this -
> speeches? document?
> Thanks,
>
> So far I am focusing on the importance of pride in our bodies and abilities-
> and that there is more right than wrong with us. The value in learning to
> trust and value our physicality. The importance of breaking free of low
> expectations. Being rebellious and pushing the envelope. The importance
> of pure fun and exhileration. The value of the group / the team - meeting
> others with disabilities.
>
> Any other thoughts?
>
>
> Ginny
>
>
>
> Dr. V. Duff
> Clinical Director, West End ACT Team,
> St. Joseph's Heatlh Centre , Toronto
> Staff Psychiatrist, Complex Mental Illness, CAMH Lecturer, University of
> Toronto
> Tel: 416.530.6000, ext 3101
> FAX: 416.530.6363
>
> Sent from my iPad
>
>> On Oct 11, 2015, at 6:22 PM, Carly Mihalakis via humanser
> <humanser at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> Afternoon, Sarah,
>>
>> I think that one is a fabulously productive suggestion, you can gather
>> a plethora of insight regarding client's psychology if he speaks in a
>> way he initially scribed those lyrics.
>> CarAt 03:09 PM 10/11/2015, Sarah Meyer via humanser wrote:
>>> Hi Kaiti,
>>> I'm so glad you posted this question, as I am sure I will be facing
>>> similar ones very soon when I enter into my practicum next semester.
>>> I wonder if another approach, rather than even typing the lyrics as
>>> the client reads, would be to record (with his permission) his
>>> reading of the lyrics out loud; perhaps this way you might even be
>>> able to go back and interpret some of the emotional cues.
>>>
>>> I love what Dr. Duff pointed out about how having this open
>>> conversation about disability could open up new doors for
>>> vulnerability and further therapeutic work.
>>>
>>> I am curious if other professionals in this field use readers or
>>> sighted colleagues for similar situations at times when scanning just
>>> won't work, as in cases with hand-written materials.
>>>
>>> Thanks for introducing this topic, Kaiti!
>>>
>>> --
>>> Sarah K. Meyer
>>> Graduate Student, Clinical Mental Health Counseling/Social Psychology
>>> Ball State University Board Member, Human Services Division of the
>>> National Federation of the Blind sarah.meyer55 at gmail.com
>>> (317)402-6632
>>>
>>> _______________________________________________
>>> humanser mailing list
>>> humanser at nfbnet.org
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> JD Townsend LCSW
> Helping the light dependent to see.
> Daytona Beach, Earth, Sol System
>
>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 10
> Date: Mon, 12 Oct 2015 19:07:33 -0700
> From: Carly Mihalakis <carlymih at comcast.net>
> To: Human Services Division Mailing List <humanser at nfbnet.org>,
> "'Human Services Division Mailing List'" <humanser at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [humanser] Psychological benefits of sports
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> Evening, Merry,
>
> If you desire to be able to ride whenever you want, you
> could try spinning, that is, an intense workout done on an indoor
> bike, this exercise is available at some, not all, gyms and
> healthclubs. The way I keep semi physically fit. Tell us all about it
> should you find one.
> Car03:46 PM 10/12/2015, Merry Schoch via humanser wrote:
>> Hi Ginny,
>>
>> I received a bicycle from my church that was built with miscellaneous
> parts.
>> Yesterday my granddaughter and me went to the track that is near my home.
> I
>> was pleased because no one was walking the track at the time we were there
>> and I was thrilled to ride my bike. My granddaughter was not so thrilled
> as
>> it was a bit too warm for her so I went two laps and then home. I plan on
>> doing it again soon and hope it cools down here in Florida so we can ride
>> our bikes together.
>>
>> I must say I was excited and happy about our two laps but I desire more!
> My
>> granddaughter also has roller skates so maybe I'll do that as well!
>>
>> I love both of those exercises as well as swimming.
>>
>> Hope you find what you are looking for on the sports and rec list.
>>
>>
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: humanser [mailto:humanser-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Ginny Duff
>> via humanser
>> Sent: Monday, October 12, 2015 3:36 PM
>> To: humanser at nfbnet.org
>> Cc: Ginny Duff
>> Subject: Re: [humanser] Psychological benefits of sports
>>
>> Hi all - I have to give a talk on the psychological benefits of sports for
>> those of us who are blind / visually impaired. I've certainly got a lot
> of
>> ideas but wondered if any of you know anything from NFB about this -
>> speeches? document?
>> Thanks,
>>
>> So far I am focusing on the importance of pride in our bodies and
> abilities-
>> and that there is more right than wrong with us. The value in learning to
>> trust and value our physicality. The importance of breaking free of low
>> expectations. Being rebellious and pushing the envelope. The importance
>> of pure fun and exhileration. The value of the group / the team - meeting
>> others with disabilities.
>>
>> Any other thoughts?
>>
>>
>> Ginny
>>
>>
>>
>> Dr. V. Duff
>> Clinical Director, West End ACT Team,
>> St. Joseph's Heatlh Centre , Toronto
>> Staff Psychiatrist, Complex Mental Illness, CAMH Lecturer, University of
>> Toronto
>> Tel: 416.530.6000, ext 3101
>> FAX: 416.530.6363
>>
>> Sent from my iPad
>>
>>> On Oct 11, 2015, at 6:22 PM, Carly Mihalakis via humanser
>> <humanser at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>> Afternoon, Sarah,
>>>
>>> I think that one is a fabulously productive suggestion, you can gather
>>> a plethora of insight regarding client's psychology if he speaks in a
>>> way he initially scribed those lyrics.
>>> CarAt 03:09 PM 10/11/2015, Sarah Meyer via humanser wrote:
>>>> Hi Kaiti,
>>>> I'm so glad you posted this question, as I am sure I will be facing
>>>> similar ones very soon when I enter into my practicum next semester.
>>>> I wonder if another approach, rather than even typing the lyrics as
>>>> the client reads, would be to record (with his permission) his
>>>> reading of the lyrics out loud; perhaps this way you might even be
>>>> able to go back and interpret some of the emotional cues.
>>>>
>>>> I love what Dr. Duff pointed out about how having this open
>>>> conversation about disability could open up new doors for
>>>> vulnerability and further therapeutic work.
>>>>
>>>> I am curious if other professionals in this field use readers or
>>>> sighted colleagues for similar situations at times when scanning just
>>>> won't work, as in cases with hand-written materials.
>>>>
>>>> Thanks for introducing this topic, Kaiti!
>>>>
>>>> --
>>>> Sarah K. Meyer
>>>> Graduate Student, Clinical Mental Health Counseling/Social Psychology
>>>> Ball State University Board Member, Human Services Division of the
>>>> National Federation of the Blind sarah.meyer55 at gmail.com
>>>> (317)402-6632
>>>>
>>>> _______________________________________________
>>>> humanser mailing list
>>>> humanser at nfbnet.org
>>>> http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/humanser_nfbnet.org
>>>> To unsubscribe, change your list options or get your account info for
>>>> humanser:
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>>>
>>>
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> Date: Mon, 12 Oct 2015 23:25:42 -0400
> From: Kaiti Shelton <crazy4clarinet104 at gmail.com>
> To: Human Services Division Mailing List <humanser at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [humanser] Client handwriting, accessibility, and
> Confidentiality
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> Hi all,
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> I sent a reply to Dr. Duff which unfortunately did not go to the list
> for some reason, and it clarified a few things. I am aware that
> discussing disabilities and vulnerability can be powerful between a
> client and therapist, and it has been for us. I had a discussion with
> him about my blindness on the first day of sessions, and I also
> pointed out some ways he could help me and hhow we would work together
> to start the ball rolling with creating a partnership. He has
> responded well to it and understands as well as he probably can given
> his cognitive functioning what I can and can't do. He also gets some
> self-affirmation and success out of having some responsibility for the
> sessions instead of being in the passive role of a client the entire
> time. He sometimes gestures by pointing because I think that's how he
> sometimes communicates, but I've been sure to remind him that I can't
> see where he's pointing and he'll verbalize it then. The client sees
> my cane all the time, has seen a notetaker a few times, and thinks
> voiceover on my phone is hilarious. I use my phone to play recorded
> music for us to dance to, and if he hears it he thinks it's the
> funniest thing.
>
> I also told her that I am fearful of being reliant upon human readers
> because I very well might not have that option. If I am working in a
> hosppital setting like I would hope to my colleagues will be busy with
> their own caseloads, and it will be a far different situation than
> being able to run to classmates as I am doing now. I also would not
> have anyone if I worked in private practice, which is something I am
> considering doing on the side (E.G, work in a hospital 5 days a week
> and see private clients in my home on Saturdays).
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> I love Sarah's suggestion of recording lyrics, and think that in
> general it will be a good fix. I don't know if it would work with
> this particular client with his delayed processing and speech
> difficulties, but it is a good idea I can use that won't typically
> take a lot of time or put undue burden on the client. It definitely
> does beat typing things out, and I can always do that from the
> recording if I feel like I need to see/hear the words in the context
> of a lyric sheet. All my sessions are video recorded so I do have
> some of his lyrics available to listen to, but they're not clear on
> the recording.
>
> On 10/11/15, Carly Mihalakis via humanser <humanser at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> Afternoon, Sarah,
>>
>> I think that one is a fabulously productive suggestion, you can
>> gather a plethora of insight regarding client's psychology if he
>> speaks in a way he initially scribed those lyrics.
>> CarAt 03:09 PM 10/11/2015, Sarah Meyer via humanser wrote:
>>> Hi Kaiti,
>>> I'm so glad you posted this question, as I am sure I will be facing
>>> similar ones very soon when I enter into my practicum next semester.
>>> I wonder if another approach, rather than even typing the lyrics as
>>> the client reads, would be to record (with his permission) his reading
>>> of the lyrics out loud; perhaps this way you might even be able to go
>>> back and interpret some of the emotional cues.
>>>
>>> I love what Dr. Duff pointed out about how having this open
>>> conversation about disability could open up new doors for
>>> vulnerability and further therapeutic work.
>>>
>>> I am curious if other professionals in this field use readers or
>>> sighted colleagues for similar situations at times when scanning just
>>> won't work, as in cases with hand-written materials.
>>>
>>> Thanks for introducing this topic, Kaiti!
>>>
>>> --
>>> Sarah K. Meyer
>>> Graduate Student, Clinical Mental Health Counseling/Social Psychology
>>> Ball State University
>>> Board Member, Human Services Division of the National Federation of the
>>> Blind
>>> sarah.meyer55 at gmail.com
>>> (317)402-6632
>>>
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