Social Work Blog

JANUARY 18, 2023

Our priority was to address how racism, patriarchy and heteronormativity deeply harms Detroiters and the marginalized body’s ability to feel safe, secure, and have a right to exist. In the spirit of collaboration, she invited a small group of facilitators, herbalists, health and healing activists to help dream up this offering together.

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My Brains Not Broken

JUNE 2, 2022

But as much as people bring it up when we talk about mental health, the stigma continues to exist and cause harm to people who experience mental illness or other mental health challenges. The stigma surrounding mental health and mental illness comes up a lot in this space, and it’s something that can become impossible to ignore.

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Beautiful Voyager

JANUARY 3, 2022

In the past, mental health experts used many terms such as depression, anxiety, and acute stress disorder to refer to a nervous breakdown. Etiology may include mental health disorders such as anxiety disorder, depression, or schizophrenia. Frequent thoughts of self-harm or suicide. Anxiety, panic attacks, or shakiness.

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Disorder Mental Health Self-harm Anxiety 96

Bipolar Bandit

MAY 11, 2023

This can be particularly valuable for individuals with mental health conditions who may struggle with social isolation or low self-esteem. Mental and Emotional Benefits Martial arts can have significant mental and emotional benefits, such as increased self-esteem, reduced anxiety and depression, and improved focus and concentration.

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KVC

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Both children who bully and targets of bullying are at a greater risk for mental and behavioral health issues, including anxiety, depression, substance abuse, sleep difficulties, lower academic achievement and dropping out of school. Words can hurt. What Defines a Bully? Are you concerned your child is being bullied or may be bullying others?

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Social Work Blog

JANUARY 19, 2023

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. False or misleading information perpetuates the stigma of mental illness and can contribute to feelings of inadequacy or lack of self-worth.

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Bipolar Bandit

MARCH 28, 2024

During the depressive phases of my bipolar disorder I felt like my whole self had completely shut down. It literally felt like my heart area had turned to stone and I felt I was invisible and my true self was hidden behind a barrier. So it was basically the polar opposite of the existential beliefs I had when I was depressed.

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Bipolar Bandit

MAY 11, 2023

This can be particularly valuable for individuals with mental health conditions who may struggle with social isolation or low self-esteem. Mental and Emotional Benefits Martial arts can have significant mental and emotional benefits, such as increased self-esteem, reduced anxiety and depression, and improved focus and concentration.

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Beautiful Voyager

JULY 5, 2023

The skin would bubble and puss, and I would focus all my anxiety on that searing pain. Of course some part of me is grateful that my compulsivity settled into a safer landing spot than self-harm or theft, but now that I am a therapist, I appreciate how much harder it is to heal from perfectionism OCD.

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R.E.A.L. Social Workers

MAY 7, 2023

Dwelling on these thoughts may lead to increased stress and anxiety. We do not consider the thoughts harmful, although they increase stress. They also create “what if” scenarios that lead to anxiety and sometimes panic attacks. Piles of stuff stored in our brains that take up space. Some may view them as necessary.

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R.E.A.L. Social Workers

AUGUST 17, 2023

Over time, repeated, long-term exposure to these hormones can cause harm to the body’s functions. Stress Talk” was created to help women over 40 live healthy lives through strategic stress management and solution focused self-care. Resilience: Linda Graham, LMFT teaches mindful self-compassion. Welcome to Happy Half Hour.

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R.E.A.L. Social Workers

AUGUST 17, 2023

Over time, repeated, long-term exposure to these hormones can cause harm to the body’s functions. Stress Talk” was created to help women over 40 live healthy lives through strategic stress management and solution focused self-care. Resilience: Linda Graham, LMFT teaches mindful self-compassion. Welcome to Happy Half Hour.

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R.E.A.L. Social Workers

JANUARY 17, 2024

Welcome to the REAL Social Workers Online Magazine this is the place where we support and encourage social workers, like me, through strategic stress management and solution focused self-care. In traditional CBT, we work together to identify thought patterns, and thought content that cause harm or distress.

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Gateway Foundation

JULY 23, 2023

Withdrawal symptoms: Nicotine and marijuana withdrawal commonly cause emotional and physical symptoms like anger, anxiety, irritability, headache and fatigue. You might be afraid to quit smoking due to these challenging symptoms, especially if you struggle with depression or anxiety.

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Relias

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Patient safety was defined by the Institute of Medicine two decades ago simply as “ the prevention of harm to patients.” They monitor patients’ conditions, administer medication, and convey self-care and discharge information. For example, an incorrect medication or dose can cause immediate harm.

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Abuse Survivor

DECEMBER 18, 2022

I am going to briefly touch on my feelings of self-harm/suicide, the abuse I survived, and my chronic illness. Facing where you are may trigger anxiety and feelings of hopelessness. I also have a small support system I can lean on when I start feeling like I want to harm myself or the thoughts of suicide come up.

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Abuse Survivor

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

It’s not all about self soothing though, change is difficult. More on that later… Self Awareness. Self awareness that I am a person that is suffering and being able to see myself in this way has helped me to have more compassion. My self talk was complete garbage for decades. This is no one miracle thing.

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Gateway Foundation

AUGUST 6, 2023

Children of parents with gambling disorders can also be affected by family conflict and experience stress and anxiety. Stress, depression and anxiety caused by gambling games and losses can cause individuals to lose interest in previously-enjoyed hobbies. The emotional impact can cause a loss of self-esteem and relationship troubles.

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Beautiful Voyager

MAY 27, 2023

Q: What do you think people misunderstand about depression, anxiety, and/or bipolar disorder? A person is not their mental illness, and we have a pseudo-scientific self-help mentality within American culture based solely on individualism. You cannot self-help your way out of deep despair. A lot, actually. It is every day.

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Social Work Haven

MAY 9, 2023

They also work on issues in relation to abuse, for example, how emotional abuse can cause significant harm to a vulnerable person. This can include providing advice, support and guidance to people in the community who are struggling with mental health issues, such as depression or anxiety. Can a counsellor prescribe medication?

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Relias

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023

The CDC gathers data regarding non-fatal injuries of self-harm, as well as voluntary survey data. Conditions like depression, anxiety, and substance use can increase risk for suicide, especially when these conditions are left untreated. In 2018, over 48,000 Americans died by suicide, with 50% of those deaths involving firearms.

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Relias

MARCH 12, 2024

Individual healing from collective trauma is a deeply personal journey that requires self-awareness, self-compassion, and resilience. Building resilience through communal rituals, storytelling, and advocacy can facilitate individual recovery and contribute to the collective healing process.

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Community Care

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

The panel acknowledges that there are a small number of children who are seriously harmed or die, where bruises have been seen by staff with a responsibility to protect children before more serious injuries have taken place. Is a bruise ‘reasonable cause to suspect significant harm’? Harming children and families.

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Social Work Haven

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Having a thriving social network of friends and family makes you healthier because the support of other people reduces the harmful effects of stress. Your self-worth increases and you feel positive about the future. Self-love is not selfish, and it is important to give back to yourself. Try something new I must confess.

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Relias

JANUARY 22, 2024

The inequitable nature of PTSD, coupled with other intense feelings (such as survivors’ guilt), can lead to increased levels of post-traumatic stress and lower levels of self-esteem among those experiencing PTSD. But not everyone who undergoes a traumatic event will develop PTSD. They might feel extremely guilty or have trouble enjoying life.

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Bipolar Bandit

MARCH 28, 2024

During the depressive phases of my bipolar disorder I felt like my whole self had completely shut down. It literally felt like my heart area had turned to stone and I felt I was invisible and my true self was hidden behind a barrier. So it was basically the polar opposite of the existential beliefs I had when I was depressed.

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Disorder Depression Recovery Self-harm 52

Abuse Survivor

OCTOBER 11, 2021

The self directed hate is difficult to live with but when I got down to the reasons why I was so unempathetic with myself it broke my heart all over again. I was trying to protect myself but it had manifested into self harm. My aversion to being kind to myself and allowing myself anything came from fear of being harmed again.

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Abuse Survivor

OCTOBER 20, 2021

This is not only a lie but just meant to be harmful and confuse me so that I am more susceptible to their control. It can spiral from there with feelings of desperation, confusion, fear/anxiety, ect but I am changing how I respond to myself having these feelings. Memories can also do that as I will get into an emotional flashback.

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Gateway Foundation

JUNE 29, 2022

A diagnosis of ADHD can disrupt a person’s way of life and cause low self-esteem, relationship troubles or career and academic difficulties. Individuals with ADHD may engage in impulsive behavior that can lead to harmful consequences. Short- and Long-Term Effects of Self-Medicating With Alcohol. Long-Term Effects.

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Community Care

MARCH 8, 2023

But they warned that such moves needed to go at the pace of the child, to help manage their anxieties, and also stressed the need to allay foster carers’ concerns about young people coming from children’s homes having particularly high needs.

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Gateway Foundation

OCTOBER 12, 2022

These ingredients can be harmful and produce undesirable effects on the person taking the substance. While some believe that repeatedly taking molly or ecstasy over a long period is less harmful than other substances, MDMA can have severe effects on the body after a person has taken the drug for a long time. Long-Term Effects.

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Community Care

AUGUST 26, 2022

“This is very evident in school, in loss of concentration on learning, self-harming, thoughts of suicide and early signs of eating disorders.” ” ‘A current of anxiety’ Looking ahead, few social workers, regardless of their specialism, saw any cause for optimism as winter approached. .

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Relias

APRIL 22, 2022

Among the most prevalent mental health problems noted were anxiety, depression, and stress/PTSD. Other significant mental health problems include insomnia, burnout, fear of infection, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and suicidal ideation/self-harm.

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Gateway Foundation

DECEMBER 19, 2022

State governments offer lotteries to increase revenue and fund projects such as senior services, environmental protection, and education, but lotteries can become harmful when people develop an addiction to them. Playing the lottery to cope with emotions such as depression, anxiety, or stress. Adopt Healthy Habits.

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Social Work Haven

APRIL 27, 2023

It can be a powerful tool for growth and self-awareness. Lastly, it provides an opportunity for self-reflection and growth. It can also be used as a source of self-reflection and growth. It helps us identify potential threats and take action to protect ourselves from harm. Is anxiety a feeling or emotion?

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Gateway Foundation

JULY 27, 2023

Some may feel intense shame about their gambling addiction, and denial may be a form of self-protection. Anxiety about their lack of control over compulsive behavior can lead to constant stress and increased cortisol in the brain. Practice Self-Care Supporting someone with a gambling addiction can be emotionally draining.

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Beautiful Voyager

JANUARY 28, 2024

Anxiety so strong it tightened my chest to a choking point and made me feel like cutting myself to bleed the anxious feelings out of my system. Yes, one for depression and one for anxiety. I’d had the same passive suicidal thoughts, ramped-up anxiety and cutting fantasies. Once he arrived, I got the standard set of questions.

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