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What Does KVC Stand For?

KVC

KVC’s Positive Impact Grows Nationally During the 1980-90s, KVC grew to represent one of the broadest child welfare and behavioral healthcare continuums of care in the nation. In 2003, to bring our name in line with the scope of our work, Kaw Valley Center became simply KVC Behavioral Healthcare.

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What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

Social Work Haven

This is because they develop treatment plans to address mental illness and substance abuse problems, often holding supervisory roles and advocating for human rights within the criminal justice system. Respect for Individuality: Recognising Diversity: Social workers respect the uniqueness of each client.

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NASW Observes Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Month

Social Work Blog

This event is open to the public and intended for behavioral health/healthcare providers who treat military personnel, veterans, and their families. Addressing Diversity in PTSD Treatment: Clinical Considerations and Guidance for the Treatment of PTSD in LGBTQ Populations . Dynamics of Abuse . Additional Resources.

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5 Reasons Children Bully and How Parents Can Help

KVC

Both children who bully and targets of bullying are at a greater risk for mental and behavioral health issues, including anxiety, depression, substance abuse, sleep difficulties, lower academic achievement and dropping out of school. Words can hurt.

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6 Principles of Trauma-Informed Care

Relias

Many people who seek help have experienced some form of trauma, such as abuse, violence, neglect, loss, or oppression, and these experiences can affect their physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), six key principles guide trauma-informed care.

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Guide to Family Resource Centers

All For Kids

Counseling may also be available for individuals, couples, and families, addressing issues like mental health, domestic violence, and substance abuse. FRCs are run by diverse professionals, including social workers, educators, counselors, and community organizers. Who Runs Family Resource Centers?

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The Role of Self-Stigma in Engagement in Opioid Use Disorder Treatment

University of Connecticut

She is a co-investigator on a Nation Institute of Drug Abuse funded Diversity Supplement study for Transitions Clinic Network: Post Incarceration Addiction Treatment, Healthcare, and Social Supports ( TCN-PATHs). To read more about the TCN-PATHs project, visit the UNC Center for Health Equity Research website.