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Supporting Loved Ones with Substance Use or Mental Health Disorders During the Holidays

Gateway Foundation

The holiday season can be a time of joy, togetherness, and celebration, but for those struggling with substance use or mental health disorders, it can also be a difficult and isolating time. If you have a loved one who is facing these struggles, its important to offer support with empathy, understanding, and care.

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Autism Social Skills Training: Strategies for Developing Empathy

Relias

Many individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) have some level of difficulty with social communication and interaction skills. Through SST, clients are exposed to scenarios designed to help them better understand and act on: Displays of empathy. Cultural norms around social interaction. How to behave in particular settings.

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Dispelling the Myths Surrounding Borderline Personality Disorder

Social Work Blog

By Nicole Roder, LCSW-C Did you know that clients with borderline personality disorder are over-represented in all levels of mental health care? Myths and Facts About BPD It’s true that BPD is difficult to treat, especially without specialized training and an accurate understanding of the disorder.

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Dispelling the Myths Surrounding Borderline Personality Disorder

Social Work Blog

By Nicole Roder, LCSW-C Did you know that clients with borderline personality disorder are over-represented in all levels of mental health care? Myths and Facts About BPD It’s true that BPD is difficult to treat, especially without specialized training and an accurate understanding of the disorder.

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GuestPost: Surviving a Major Bipolar Depressive Episode and Finding a Purpose in my Life by Becky Rowland

Bipolar Bandit

I was finally diagnosed with bipolar disorder in 1992 after I faced disciplinary action while a graduate counseling student because I had disabling symptoms of psychosis. In 2016, I started receiving disability benefits for bipolar disorder and major depressive disorder.

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How to Talk With Patients About Substance Use Disorder

Gateway Foundation

When a patient with substance use disorder (SUD) visits, it’s essential to talk to them in a way that shows sensitivity and empathy while avoiding stigmatizing language. Use People-First Language Patient communication in substance use disorders starts with people-first language. Get Help Today!

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How to Talk With Patients About Substance Use Disorder

Gateway Foundation

When a patient with substance use disorder (SUD) visits, it’s essential to talk to them in a way that shows sensitivity and empathy while avoiding stigmatizing language. Use People-First Language Patient communication in substance use disorders starts with people-first language.