Wed.Mar 13, 2024

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How My Depression Changed Over Time

My Brains Not Broken

You know, it’s funny. You would think, after ten years of living with depression, of experiencing it on and off, I’d have a better understanding of it by now. Some days I feel like I do. I feel like I understand why I’m experiencing symptoms, or I know exactly what I can do to alleviate these symptoms and feel better. But other days, it’s like I’m dealing with depression for the first time.

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The Training for Social Workers to Respond to Emergencies and Long-Term Response in Turkey Was Successfully accomplished

International Federation of Social Workers

Organized in collaboration by IFSW Europe, in partnership with the Association of Social Workers of Turkey and the Center for Training and Evaluation in Social Work (CFCECAS), the training program […]

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Beyond the Gimmick: Aware of the Importance of Self-Care, Social Workers Struggle to Practice It

Social Work Blog

By Sue Coyle Self-care is an often-discussed topic among social workers, the organizations that employ them, and the profession as a whole—and for good reason. Social work is a challenging career choice in myriad ways. From the client-based schedules that often extend into the evenings, to the lack of resources available for organizations and individuals, to the emotional toll service work can take on a professional, social workers are likely to feel overwhelmed and stressed—at the very least—at

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Natasha Tracy’s New Book Is Coming Soon

Nnatasha Tracy

I'm extremely excited to announce that I'm releasing my second book. For those of you who don't know, I released a book in 2016, Lost Marbles: Insights into My Life with Depression & Bipolar. It's a combination of memoir and self-help. It was very well received by people with bipolar disorder and their loved ones alike. I've certainly written a lot since 2016, and this new book is a result of that and so much more.

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Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide

Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.

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Difference Between Foster Care and Adoption

All For Kids

Every year in the United States, thousands of children face the uncertainty of unstable living situations and are in need of secure, nurturing environments. The foster care system and adoption play pivotal roles in reshaping the lives of these children—it offers them the opportunity to thrive in loving and supportive families. The goal is to provide stable homes.

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40% of family support staff have personal experience of domestic abuse, finds survey

Community Care

Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll. Four in ten family support and early help workers have personal experience of domestic abuse, a survey has found. The proportion of those who reported personal experience of domestic abuse (39.1%) compares with a prevalence rate for women aged over 16 across England and Wales of 27% as of 2023, according to Office for National Statistics (ONS) data.