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NASW Recognizes October 6th as National Depression Screening Day

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By Denise Johnson, LCSW-C. Senior Practice Associate, Clinical Social Work. Depression is a very common and serious mental health condition that can significantly impact a person’s ability to function in all aspects of life. It can result from a number of social, emotional, and biological factors.

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Revisions to DSM-5 Coming in March 2022

Social Work Blog

Diagnostic criteria for several disorders were clarified, to include the following diagnoses: Major depressive disorder. Persistent depressive disorder. the mixed features specifier for major depressive disorder and. Prepared by Denise Johnson, LCSW-C, NASW Senior Practice Associate, Clinical Social Work.

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Revisions to DSM 5 Coming in March 2022

Social Work Blog

Diagnostic criteria for several disorders were clarified, to include the following diagnoses: Major depressive disorder. Persistent depressive disorder. the mixed features specifier for major depressive disorder and. Denise Johnson, LCSW-C. Senior Practice Associate, Clinical Social Work.

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NASW Brings Awareness to the Importance of Mental Health

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In addition to acknowledging those impacted by mental illness, NASW provides valuable information and resources to social workers who help them. Animal-Assisted Therapy for Depression. This article provides an overview of animal-assisted therapy as it relates to treating depression. Denise Johnson, LCSW-C. Prepared by.

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Scholarship Recipients 2022

University of Connecticut

It is an IOP dedicated to working with adolescents who are currently experiencing depression, anxiety, as well as school refusal, maladaptive eating, self-injury and suicidal ideation. I currently facilitate the middle school dialectical behavioral therapy group and this is where I’ve realized my passion for working with adolescents.

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Animals, Humans at Heart of Veterinary and Animal-Assisted Social Work

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Animal interactions are promoted to be effective in managing autism, depression, post-traumatic stress and loneliness. Ultimately, the goal is to create a more sustainable, compassionate world where both humans and animals thrive, says Augusta OReilly, LCSW, president of the International Association of Veterinary Social Work.

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