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Torn Apart: How the Abolition Movement Destroys Foster Youth – And How Listening To Us Can Build A Safer World

Child Welfare Monitor

She spent half of her life in foster care, struggling with substance abuse. in Administration of Justice from Pierce College, a B.A. Are they too uncomfortable to talk about the cruel truth of being an abused or neglected child? Patty was born in El Salvador and migrated to the U.S. Patty turned 18 years old in jail.

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NASW Observes Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Month

Social Work Blog

Learn a combination of diagnosis and interventionist tools of dissociation to consider when engaged in treatment of populations of color. This publication from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration provides valuable tools to help people during these challenging times. Dynamics of Abuse .

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Indian Health Service Funding: Grants and Financial Opportunities for Tribal Healthcare

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Advocate for increased funding Tribal leaders and healthcare administrators should actively engage with policymakers and stakeholders to advocate for increased funding allocations. Nonprofit and philanthropic support Organizations such as the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the W.K.

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Why Successful Integrated Care Management Matters

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According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), integrated care is defined as “the systematic coordination of general and behavioral healthcare.” Plus, the innovative program has engaged the community to truly provide wrap-around care.

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Child Abuse: Understanding, Prevention & Support

All For Kids

Sexual abuse refers to any form of sexual exploitation or inappropriate sexual behavior inflicted upon a child. It includes actions such as molestation, incest, exposure to explicit material, or forcing a child to engage in sexual activities. What Are the Root Causes of Child Abuse?

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6 Principles of Trauma-Informed Care

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According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), six key principles guide trauma-informed care. Engage and collaborate with community members, leaders, and organizations, and respect their wisdom, knowledge, and values. What are the 6 principles of trauma-informed care?

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Introduction to Trauma-Informed Care for Juvenile Offenders

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By adopting a trauma-informed perspective, juvenile justice systems and organizations can address immediate legal concerns but also foster healing, resilience, and positive transformation for young people engaged in the juvenile justice system.