Child Welfare Monitor

MARCH 16, 2025

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.

Child Welfare 201

Child Welfare Foster Care Self-harm Welfare 201

KVC

OCTOBER 27, 2021

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. What Defines a Bully?

Self-harm 105

Self-harm Schools Substance Abuse Psychiatric 105

Social Work Haven

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Educator : Social workers educate clients about resources, coping strategies, and life skills to enhance their well-being and self-sufficiency. 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.

Social Worker 95

Social Worker Treatment Planning Interventional Justice and Corrections 95

Relias

MAY 21, 2024

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.

Recovery 52

Recovery Community Outreach Adoption Healthcare 52