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A fundamental conflict: addressing implicit bias in mandatory reporter training

Child Welfare Monitor

The video introducing the section explains that implicit bias harms “families of color” in the child welfare system, without providing any evidence of such harm. We know that neglect is often associated with serious drug abuse and/or mental illness. After all, most poor people don’t neglect their children.

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What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

Social Work Haven

Mediator : They facilitate communication and resolve conflicts between individuals or within families to promote healthy relationships. Educator : Social workers educate clients about resources, coping strategies, and life skills to enhance their well-being and self-sufficiency.

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Child Abuse: Understanding, Prevention & Support

All For Kids

Child Abuse Definition Child abuse refers to any act or omission by a caregiver that results in harm or potential harm to a childs physical, emotional, or psychological well-being. What is Considered Physical Abuse? Physical abuse involves the intentional use of force that causes physical harm or injury to a child.

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6 Principles of Trauma-Informed Care

Relias

Trauma can increase the risk of chronic diseases, mental health disorders, substance use, and suicidal behavior. It can also impair people’s ability to trust, communicate, and form healthy relationships, affecting their sense of identity, belonging, and purpose. What are the 6 principles of trauma-informed care?

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Nurse Depression and Anxiety: Stopping the Mental Health Crisis

Relias

They can also affect the personal well-being and relationships of nurses, leading to chronic health problems, substance abuse, and even suicide. Fear of causing patient harm Nearly all healthcare professionals, regardless of rank, fear making a medical error. Leaders should work with HR to share appropriate resources.

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A Fatal Collision: The Opioid Epidemic and the Dismantling of Child Protection Services in Washington State

Child Welfare Monitor

As amended by KFTA, the law now requires the agency to demonstrate that removal is necessary to prevent imminent physical harm to the child due to child abuse or neglect. in determining whether removal is necessary to prevent imminent physical harm to the child due to child abuse or neglect.

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In “child welfare” the horror stories go in all directions – all year long (2024 Edition)

NCCPR Child Welfare Blog

Part one of NCCPRs news and commentary year in review for 2024 Tomorrow: Part two looks at some of 2024s finest journalism exploring wrongful removal and other harms to children caused by our current system of family policing. As a result, she reportedly suffered significant physical and emotional harm.