
Dr. Scott's Health and Wellness Corner
By Dr. Scott
Learn how to be the best you that you can be. Topics are focused on health and wellness, athletic counseling, exercise and sport psychology, education, career and personal development. #BeFit #BeFabulous

The Black Athlete, Mental Health and Performance
In light of the media storm around Naomi Osaka withdrawing from tennis competitions, issues around the Black athlete and mental health are discussed. Dr. Scott touches upon historical aspects of athletes and social justice protests, the unique challenges that Black athletes may face; especially at elite competitive levels, and the relationship between mental health and sport performance. High profile athletes like Simone Biles, Serena Williams, and Flo Jo are discussed in relation to racism and sexism in sport, as well as the relationship between athletic and racial identity.
27:13
June 21, 2021

Unpacking Trauma
Welcome to Dr. Scott's Health and Wellness Corner. We are proud to present our fourth episode which features an interview with Dr. Taunya M. Tinsley. Dr. Tinsley is the owner of Transitions Counseling Service, LLC where she provides individual, marriage, family and group counseling and consultative services. In this episode, Dr. Scott and Dr. Tinsley discuss how to recognize and overcome trauma. Some topics include: signs and symptoms of trauma, coping strategies, and resources for seeking help and advice.
To learn more about Dr. Tinsley's services, please visit: https://transitionsaalp.com
Stay tuned for future episodes and projects: Instagram: drlfscott / Facebook: Fusion Fit & Well / Website: https://fusionwellnessnow.com
Resources from today's episode:
*pyschologytoday.com
* borislhensonfoundation.org
*24/7 Crisis Text Line: 741741
*National Suicide Prevention Life Line: 1-800-273-TALK
30:20
October 18, 2020

The Impact of COVID-19 on the Return to School, Sport, and Beyond
Welcome to Dr. Scott's Health and Wellness Corner. We are proud to present our third episode which features an interview with Brother Damond Warren, M.Ed.. Brother Damond Warren is a veteran educator with 29 years of experience, a 35-year member of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Incorporated, a member of 100 Black Men of Philadelphia, and the founder of P.E.A.C.E. (Please Educate All Children Equally). In this episode, Dr. Scott and Brother Warren discuss the impact of COVID-19 on the return to school as well as its impact on sports. Some topics include: remote learning, challenges related to educating Black males, and the state of recreational and school sports.
Stay tuned for future episodes and projects: Instagram: drlfscott / Facebook: Fusion Fit & Well / Website: https://fusionwellnessnow.com
To learn more about P.E.A.C.E., please visit Please Educate All Children Equally, A Division of Davis & Frederick LLC on Facebook.
38:28
August 07, 2020

Sport Psychology, Diversity, Student-Athletes, and Covid-19
Welcome to Dr. Scott's Health and Wellness Corner! We are proud to present our second episode which features an interview with Dr. Robert Owens, an Adjunct Professor in the Sport and Performance Psychology program at University of Western States and a Sport Psychology Consultant. In this episode, Dr. Scott and Dr. Owens discuss their experiences dealing with diversity in the sport field. Some topics covered include: microaggressions, integrating diversity in applied practice, and student-athletes during covid-19.
Stay tuned for future episodes and projects: Instagram: drlfscott Facebook: Fusion Fit and Well Website: https://fusionwellnessnow.com
To learn more about Dr. Owens, please visit: https://www.uws.edu/profiles/rob-owens/
33:20
April 30, 2020

Introducing Dr. Scott: Hear her Story
Welcome to Dr. Scott's Health and Wellness Corner! We are proud to present our first episode which features an interview with Dr. Latisha Forster Scott, PhD, NASM-CPT, and Professor at Rutgers University. In this episode, you will learn how Dr. Scott built her company, Fusion Fit & Well, and how exercise and sport psychology plays a role in health and wellness.
Stay tuned for future episodes and projects:
IG: @drlfscott
FB: Fusion Fit and Well
Website: https://fusionwellnessnow.com
21:49
April 11, 2020