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No, 1,000 Texas children won’t die if the state replaces anonymous reporting with confidential reporting

NCCPR Child Welfare Blog

A bill to replace anonymous reporting with confidential reporting has passed the Texas Legislature. I have written often about how the entire debate over what to do about child welfare has been poisoned by “health terrorism,” the misrepresentation of the true nature and scope of a problem in the name of “raising awareness.” Greg Abbott.

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The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Transitions to 988

Social Work Blog

Currently, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline consists of a national network of call centers that provide free confidential support to individuals experiencing emotional distress or suicidal thoughts 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Callers now are able to reach crisis services via the toll-free national hotline or by calling 911.

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Guest Post: Interview with Author of Breakdown: A Clinician’s Experience in a Broken System of Emergency Psychiatry

Bipolar Bandit

I had done mental health advocacy work on a national scale for years before beginning to work on Breakdown and was very inspired by advocates’ tragic stories. Very few people are aware of the population I help and what they struggle with. Their stories motivated me to become a better social worker and write Breakdown.

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What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

Social Work Haven

Client Advocacy Client advocacy is a core aspect of social work, reflecting a commitment to improving the lives of those who may face challenges in advocating for themselves. Advocacy takes various forms, including individual, organisational, and systemic levels. Confidentiality: Maintaining strict confidentiality is essential.

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NCCPR news and commentary round-up, week ending February 13, 2024

NCCPR Child Welfare Blog

They should do what Texas did and largely replace it with confidential reporting, in which the accused still doesn’t know the name of the accuser, but the family police do. ● The whole ordeal never could have started if not for the fact that, like 48 other states, Colorado allows anonymous reporting.

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Community Spotlight Series

Center for Child Protection

At the Center for Child Protection, we are deeply committed to ending the cycle of child abuse through advocacy, education, and community support. These series update our staff on the latest resources, enable comprehensive support for families, and strengthen advocacy through collaboration.

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NASW Observes Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Month

Social Work Blog

Contracted mental health counselors will confidentially speak with soldiers and their spouses about their concerns and offer targeted information that can help deal with difficult situations. Military One Source. Individuals can receive immediate 24/7 person-to-person information by calling 1-800-342-9647.

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