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Making Time to Talk About Alcohol Use

Social Work Blog

By Diana Ling, MA and Leslie Sirrianni, LCSW. Four in five adults who reported being asked about their alcohol use at a checkup in the past two years and reported current binge drinking were not counseled to reduce their drinking, according to a recent Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report.

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Member Voices: Be Wary of Mental Health ‘Experts’ on Social Media

Social Work Blog

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. I have a master’s degree in Social Work and am a Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW). By Carla B.

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Beyond Borders: Global Collaborations for Mental Health Research and Services Conference

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We would be delighted to hear your thoughts or answer any questions you may have.Thank you for considering this opportunity to collaborate with us in advancing mental health globally.

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NASW to join White Ribbon Day in Congress

Social Work Blog

Department of Veterans Affairs NASW CEO Anthony Estreet, PhD, MBA, LCSW-C Dr. Katherine McGuire, Chief Advocacy Officer at the American Psychological Association Dr. Obianuju “Uju” Berry, MD, MPH, Committee on Women’s Mental Health at the American Psychiatric Association Shawn Boynes, CEO of the American Counseling Association Roger (..)

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September is National Recovery Month: Supporting the Journey to Recovery 

Social Work Blog

By Makeba Royall, LCSW NASW Senior Practice Associate In 1989, National Recovery Month was started during the month of September. Social workers provide counseling and psychotherapy services to patients in recovery. David Stoecker, LCSW , is founder and director of Better Life in Recovery.

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Call for Submissions: 101 Things to Do with a Social Work Degree

Teaching & Learning in Social Work

Sample Response for a Hospital Social Worker in a Children’s Oncology Unit: Name: Jane Smith (pseudonym) Descriptive Job Title: Pediatric Oncology Social Worker Agency Type: Non-profit Setting: Hospital Years of Experience: 7 Credentials/Licenses: LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) Are Any Required for the Role?:

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September is National Recovery Month: Supporting the Journey to Recovery 

Social Work Blog

By Makeba Royall, LCSW – NASW Senior Practice Associate In 1989, National Recovery Month was started during the month of September. Social workers provide counseling and psychotherapy services to patients in recovery.