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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. Additionally, you may refer clients to other resources and professionals, including support groups and medical practitioners, based on their diverse needs.

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All You Need To Know About Social Work Articles

Social Work Haven

The article also discusses the challenges and opportunities of working with diverse populations and how social work can help create a more equitable society. It covers topics such as helping elderly individuals access benefits, understanding age-related illnesses, addressing elder abuse and developing end-of-life plans.

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The Role of Self-Stigma in Engagement in Opioid Use Disorder Treatment

University of Connecticut

She is a co-investigator on a Nation Institute of Drug Abuse funded Diversity Supplement study for Transitions Clinic Network: Post Incarceration Addiction Treatment, Healthcare, and Social Supports ( TCN-PATHs). To read more about the TCN-PATHs project, visit the UNC Center for Health Equity Research website.