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NASW Observes Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Month

Social Work Blog

1 Although PTSD has commonly been associated with the military and veteran populations, it affects people of all ages, communities, gender, and social economic background. Time Moves Different in Here: Clinical Implications for Working with Populations of Color, Complex Trauma and Dissociation in the Age of COVID 19 . June 3, 2022.

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Understanding Military Culture: Implementation in Treatment

University of Connecticut

is seeing increased attention paid to the mental health, substance abuse, and suicide issues within the military and veteran communities, there is also increased concern about our nation’s capacity to provide the services needed. While the U.S.

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Understanding Military Culture: Implementation in Treatment

University of Connecticut

is seeing increased attention paid to the mental health, substance abuse, and suicide issues within the military and veteran communities, there is also increased concern about our nation’s capacity to provide the services needed. This webinar will: provide a brief overview of military culture and cultural components. While the U.S.

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Breaking Barriers from Within

Social Work Blog

Luckily, she discovered how clinical work and humor are perfect partners to advance problem solving and healing. Lorrie has practiced in a variety of settings including private practice, non-profit, inpatient psychiatric, military behavioral health, schools, corporations, and human service agencies.

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Addressing Healthcare Challenges of Women Veterans

Relias

military since the Revolutionary War, yet their contributions have not always been recognized. The evolution of women in the military During World War II, over 350,000 women served in the U.S. military, establishing a presence that has continued. Women have played an essential role in the U.S.

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All NASW Press eBooks on Sale: 15% Off

Social Work Blog

When our military service members are called to defend our nation, the entire family system is affected. Social workers serving military service members and veterans need to be competent and knowledgeable about the military culture and informed about the best practices. Earn CEUs by reading this book.

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You Asked, We Answered; 12 Questions about Trauma-Informed-Care

Relias

Do organizations need to provide trauma-informed care training to non-clinical staff? For this reason, it is crucial that all staff members, regardless of their roles, be given the same trauma-informed training and communication as clinical staff. The impacts of these events can go well beyond the days or months following them.