Social Work Blog

OCTOBER 4, 2022

In fact, those with other health conditions such as cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and substance use disorder are also at greater risk of developing depression [1]. Department of Health and Human Services. It can result from a number of social, emotional, and biological factors. Depression.

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Social Work Blog

MAY 8, 2024

Those who are pregnant or can become pregnant also risk alcohol-exposed pregnancy and fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASDs), a range of lifelong behavioral, intellectual, and physical disabilities that may affect up to 1 in 20 school children nationwide.

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Social Work Blog

MARCH 31, 2024

Helping clients discuss their alcohol use can also reduce the risk of prenatal alcohol exposure, a leading preventable cause of lifelong behavioral, intellectual, and physical disabilities known as fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASDs). Here are some common questions and answers that can help you discuss alcohol with clients.

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Relias

JULY 5, 2023

Department of Health and Human Services found that a 10% increase in opioid-related overdose deaths directly corresponded with a 4.4% Some highlights of the Family First Prevention Services Act include: 1. Services to prevent foster care These services help reduce the need for foster care in the first place.

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FEBRUARY 1, 2023

However, some people experience multiple seizures and are diagnosed with a seizure disorder. Seizure disorder, also called epilepsy, is a developmental disability. As many as 35% of individuals with cerebral palsy and 75% of individuals who have experienced brain injuries may also have a seizure disorder.

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NCCPR Child Welfare Blog

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

. ● Stateline reports on something some in the medical profession are doing about it: Some states and hospital systems have updated their policies on drug testing for pregnant women and newborns, aiming to better support patients’ treatment and recovery from substance use disorder and combat racial disparities in testing and reporting. ●

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Social Work Blog

MARCH 31, 2024

Helping clients discuss their alcohol use can also reduce the risk of prenatal alcohol exposure, a leading preventable cause of lifelong behavioral, intellectual, and physical disabilities known as fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASDs). Here are some common questions and answers that can help you discuss alcohol with clients.

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Relias

JUNE 19, 2023

From counseling individuals with mental health disorders to helping vulnerable children and families access critical resources, your organization and the behavioral health professionals you employ perform a wide range of important work. To learn more, read our post, “ Creating a Learning Culture in Human Services: An Expert’s Advice.”

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Social Work Blog

MARCH 1, 2022

Diagnosing and Treating Dissociative Identity Disorder by Gregory L. Dissociative identity disorder (DID), previously known as multiple personality disorder, is a misunderstood and often underdiagnosed condition. 43 Essential Policies for Human Services Professionals by Gerald O’Brien.

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Relias

OCTOBER 31, 2022

The incidence of mental and behavioral disorders, combined with lack of access to treatment, often leads to an increase in crisis situations. For human services organizations, it will be imperative to offer comprehensive crisis services moving forward. What you need from crisis response training.

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Relias

OCTOBER 31, 2022

The incidence of mental and behavioral disorders, combined with lack of access to treatment, often leads to an increase in crisis situations. For human services organizations, it will be imperative to offer comprehensive crisis services moving forward. What you need from crisis response training.

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Relias

JANUARY 27, 2023

Trauma-related disorders typically form when there is a delay in seeking treatment or an individual has practiced forms of avoidance. Furthermore, clinicians and those staff who practice any direct services should receive more in-depth training in screening, assessments, and how trauma is related to substance use and mental health disorders.

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Social Work Blog

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Providing a GFE to patients is not new to CSWs who, as part of best clinical practice, routinely discuss services and fees before or during the initial interview with new patients. Department of Health and Human Services and several other federal agencies, the “Requirements Related to Surprise Billing; Part II.”.

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Gateway Foundation

JANUARY 19, 2024

Often, it consists of a substance use disorder screening to determine the extent of your involvement with drugs or alcohol. Some states require a substance use disorder evaluation before sentencing you for a DUI. Most states require people to undergo a DUI evaluation after a drunk driving conviction.

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Gateway Foundation

JANUARY 19, 2024

Often, it consists of a substance use disorder screening to determine the extent of your involvement with drugs or alcohol. Some states require a substance use disorder evaluation before sentencing you for a DUI. Most states require people to undergo a DUI evaluation after a drunk driving conviction.

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Relias

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Whether they are natural or man-made disasters, human services professionals must prepare accordingly. These can include anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and more. But, for human services organizations it is also key to consider larger, community-level responses to disaster.

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Relias

JULY 13, 2023

Although many older adults remain mentally healthy, the World Health Organization says about 15% of adults over 60 have a mental disorder. Identifying disorders “Behavioral health” often refers to mental health , psychiatric care, counseling, and substance use disorders treatment.

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Gateway Foundation

JANUARY 22, 2024

The Substance Use Prevention and Recovery (SUPR) division of the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) provides funds for qualified treatment and recovery support centers. Thanks to SUPR grants, Illinois can expand and improve its substance use disorder treatment efforts.

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Gateway Foundation

JANUARY 22, 2024

The Substance Use Prevention and Recovery (SUPR) division of the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) provides funds for qualified treatment and recovery support centers. Thanks to SUPR grants, Illinois can expand and improve its substance use disorder treatment efforts.

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Relias

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

If you work with clients who live with substance use disorders (SUDs) , understanding the stages of addiction can help you guide them on their path to recovery. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) defines addiction as: “A chronic, relapsing disorder characterized by compulsive drug seeking and use despite adverse consequences.”

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Social Work Blog

APRIL 1, 2022

Recognized by social work educators, researchers, practitioners, students, and policymakers as an essential guide to clear and precise communication in the profession, this indispensable reference work should be on the bookshelves of all social workers and human services professionals in the United States and abroad.

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Social Work Blog

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Providing a GFE to patients is not new to CSWs who, as part of best clinical practice, routinely discuss services and fees before or during the initial interview with new patients. Department of Health and Human Services and several other federal agencies, the Requirements Related to Surprise Billing; Part II.

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Relias

OCTOBER 8, 2021

WFMH’s mission is to promote the advancement of mental health awareness, prevention of mental disorders, advocacy and best practices, and recovery-focused interventions worldwide. A program of the World Federation for Mental Health (WFMH), World Mental Health Day has been observed since 1992.

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Social Work Blog

JUNE 1, 2023

Today, social work and human services professionals must be prepared to deliver knowledgeable and unbiased services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender persons. Using the sociological framework of moral panic—periods of exaggerated public fear triggered by high-profile incidents linked to feared social groups—Michael H.

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Relias

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Substance use disorder. Substance use disorders and safety planning. The ramifications of these substance use disorders go beyond the individual. The families of those dealing with substance user disorders (SUDs) have also been shown to be greatly affected. But no two safety plans are, or should be, the same.

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Relias

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Substance use disorder. Substance use disorders and safety planning. The ramifications of these substance use disorders go beyond the individual. The families of those dealing with substance user disorders (SUDs) have also been shown to be greatly affected. But no two safety plans are, or should be, the same.

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Relias

JULY 25, 2023

People with substance use disorder were forced to find virtual support systems to prevent relapse. Even support groups recognized that virtual meetings provided good options for many people dealing with substance use disorders. Congress temporarily allowed reimbursement for telehealth under federal programs in many care settings.

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Relias

JANUARY 3, 2023

Many individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) have some level of difficulty with social communication and interaction skills. They may find it difficult to engage in conversations, understand implied social rules, respond to nonverbal cues, or see others’ perspective.

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Relias

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Prevalent comorbidities among those with autism ADHD Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism often co-occur. Sleep disorders Sleep disorders present in individuals with autism far more commonly than their neurotypical peers. Researchers have yet to figure out why these two conditions so often coexist.

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Relias

JUNE 22, 2023

It is used to treat a wide range of issues including health-related distress, family and school problems, and numerous psychiatric disorders. But CBT for kids has benefits beyond anxiety disorders. CBT is generally short-term and goal-oriented, focusing on helping clients deal with specific problems.

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Relias

JANUARY 24, 2024

The National Center for Mental Health and Justice reports that approximately 60-70%, of youth in the care of the juvenile justice system have a diagnosable mental health disorder, and 60% meet criteria for a substance use disorder. Additionally, 30% of these disorders are so severe that they lead to functional impairments.

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Relias

JANUARY 24, 2023

Studies indicate that 1-in-10 police encounters involve an individual with mental or behavioral health disorders. Studies have connected this lack of training on how to peacefully de-escalate a mental or behavioral health crisis with violent interactions between law enforcement and individuals with mental health disorders.

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Relias

APRIL 6, 2022

To better understand the effects of the pandemic on crisis situations and the associated methods of prevention and intervention, we will discuss the following crisis situations: Substance use disorder. Substance Use Disorders and COVID-19. Substance use disorders (SUDs) have been a growing issue in the United States for some time.

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The International Association Of Schools Of Social

MARCH 27, 2022

COVID-19 has accelerated trends towards digital communication in human services. This talk discusses the ethical challenges for social workers, for whom human relationships lie at the heart of their work. She is a world-leading researcher in anxiety disorders and mindfulness. Moderator: Prof. Lam Ching Man (HKSWA).

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Relias

JUNE 19, 2023

From counseling individuals with mental health disorders to helping vulnerable children and families access critical resources, your organization and the behavioral health professionals you employ perform a wide range of important work. To learn more, read our post, “ Creating a Learning Culture in Human Services: An Expert’s Advice.”

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Relias

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

As a human services professional or educator, you spend a lot of time devising a great autism education plan for each of the children you care for. Engel works as a clinical psychologist who specializes in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). To learn how to do this, we spoke with Cheryl N. Engel, Ph.D. Engel, Ph.D.

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Relias

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Department of Health and Human Services Office of Minority Health (OMH) reported that 42.1% Many rely on Indian Health Service (IHS), an agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that collaborates with tribal leaders to best serve the needs of AI/AN health. In 2019, the U.S. with 34.3%

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