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NASW in Texas court case to reinstate injunction that supports transgender youth and their families

Social Work Blog

In response, The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Texas Chapter released a statement and NASW’s national office also released a statement in support of transgender youth and their families in accordance with NASW policy statements reflected in Social Work Speaks , 12th ed. The Texas Attorney General Paxton on Feb.

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You Asked, Case manager vs Social Worker – Surprising Difference?

Social Work Haven

You Asked, Case manager vs Social Worker – What is the Difference? – Social workers and case managers are both integral parts of the healthcare industry. Who is a social worker? Knowing the distinctions between these roles can aid in determining the ideal career path in human services.

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You Asked, Can Social Workers Prescribe Medication?

Social Work Haven

You Asked, Can Social Workers Prescribe Medication? This is a very common question a lot of people ask in relation to the role of the social worker in health and social care. Social workers play an important role in promoting the health and wellbeing of people in the community.

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MEMBER VOICES: Social Workers Have Ethical Responsibility to Fight Bans on Gender-Affirming Care

Social Work Blog

of adolescents meet criteria for gender dysphoria and request or receive gender-affirming healthcare, according to the study, “ Size and Distribution of Transgender and Gender Nonconforming Populations: A Narrative Review.” After years of ongoing therapy, I earned my MSW and became a licensed social worker.

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NASW Member Voices: Social Workers Have Ethical Responsibility to Fight Bans on Gender-Affirming Care

Social Work Blog

of adolescents meet criteria for gender dysphoria and request or receive gender-affirming healthcare, according to the study, “ Size and Distribution of Transgender and Gender Nonconforming Populations: A Narrative Review.” After years of ongoing therapy, I earned my MSW and became a licensed social worker.

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MEMBER VOICES: Social Workers Have Ethical Responsibility to Fight Bans on Gender-Affirming Care

Social Work Blog

of adolescents meet criteria for gender dysphoria and request or receive gender-affirming healthcare. Since 2021, 30 states have banned gender-affirming healthcare despite research demonstrating improved mental health and well-being for youth who receive treatment. identify as transgender. Less than 0.3%

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NASW remembers George Floyd Jr. on 4th anniversary of his death

Social Work Blog

George Floyd’s murder had profound implications for social workers, galvanizing the profession to more vigorously and intentionally confront systemic racism and social injustice. As social workers, the NASW Code of Ethics emphasizes the importance of challenging social injustice.