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Member Voices: Be Wary of Mental Health ‘Experts’ on Social Media

Social Work Blog

Monteiro, LCSW The past two years were filled with fear and uncertainty, exacerbating a mental health crisis with an increase in anxiety, depression, suicide rates, and substance abuse. I have a master’s degree in Social Work and am a Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW).

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How to Talk With Patients About Substance Use Disorder

Gateway Foundation

Psychologists have found that using medically accurate language can help dismantle stereotypes outside the clinical space while providing more effective, compassionate support for people with addiction. Use People-First Language Patient communication in substance use disorders starts with people-first language. Get Help Today!

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Teen Vaping Surges in Social Work Practice

Social Work Haven

You may also find this article useful: A Parent’s Guide to Adolescent Substance Abuse Teenagers are vaping substances like nicotine and marijuana at alarming rates. Richard Capriola has been an addictions counselor for over two decades.

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How to Talk With Patients About Substance Use Disorder

Gateway Foundation

Psychologists have found that using medically accurate language can help dismantle stereotypes outside the clinical space while providing more effective, compassionate support for people with addiction. Use People-First Language Patient communication in substance use disorders starts with people-first language.

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All You Need To Know About Social Work Articles

Social Work Haven

In social work, various articles cover topics such as social work articles on mental health, social work articles on domestic violence, social work articles on learning disabilities, medical social work articles, school social work articles and clinical social work articles. Addressing substance abuse and addiction issues.

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What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

Social Work Haven

Counsellor : They provide counselling and emotional support to individuals and families facing a wide range of challenges, including mental health issues, addiction, and crisis situations. Therapist : Clinical social workers provide therapy to individuals, couples, and families, addressing mental health and emotional challenges.

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SUPRs — Illinois’s State-Funded Program for First-Time Rehab Patients

Gateway Foundation

The SUPR division and its grants aim to help address the state’s opioid crisis and help citizens experiencing addiction. With SUPR, Illinois hopes to reduce substance use and overdoses. An initial assessment helps determine the best care level for you based on the American Society of Addiction Medicine’s (ASAM) criteria.