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Reflecting on the importance of National Substance Abuse Prevention Month and National Domestic Violence Awareness Month

National Casa Gal

Learning about domestic violence and substance use disorder is an important element of the CASA/GAL volunteer training. The post Reflecting on the importance of National Substance Abuse Prevention Month and National Domestic Violence Awareness Month appeared first on National CASA/GAL Association for Children.

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When it comes to the problems plaguing “child welfare” wrongful removal drives everything else – including caseworker turnover. Case in point: Massachusetts

NCCPR Child Welfare Blog

She was not accused of beating them or raping them or torturing them No, as happens so often in Massachusetts and across the country, the children were torn from Toscano because she was, herself, allegedly a victim of domestic violence at the hands of her husband. Ah, but DCF would surely remind us, that wasn’t the only reason.

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Online conference “SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE IN A CHANGING WORLD”

The International Association Of Schools Of Social

Social Work Practice and Substance Abuse. Social Work Practice and Domestic Violence. Social Work Practice and Environmental Sustainability. Social Work Practice and Child Protection. Social Work Practice and Professional Self Care. Social Work Practice and Criminal Justice System.

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The fundamental misconception at the heart of the Family First Act

Child Welfare Monitor

2 These services were defined to include mental health services, substance abuse treatment, and “in-home parenting skills training.” Mental health care, substance abuse treatment, and parenting training and support were all being provided with the help of federal funds — but just not through Title IV-E.

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NASW Observes Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Month

Social Work Blog

This publication from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration provides valuable tools to help people during these challenging times. Dynamics of Abuse . This blog from the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence discusses the dynamics of abuse and helpful resources.

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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. Additional services may include parent education, after-school activities, domestic violence counseling, and kids counseling.

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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. Social workers have a strong educational foundation, including bachelor’s and master’s degrees.