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Social Work’s Critical Role in Prevention of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders

Social Work Blog

Article by Diana Ling, MA, Program Manager; and Anna Mangum, MSW, MPH, Senior Health Strategist; Health Behavior Research and Training Institute, Steve Hicks School of Social Work, The University of Texas at Austin. Drinking during pregnancy is more common than you might think. About one in 20 pregnant people report binge drinking in the past 30 days, and up to five percent of school children in the U.S. may have fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASDs), a range of lifelong behavioral, intellect

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Free Mental Health Webinars, September 2023

Social Work.Career

This post is part of the monthly series, Free Webinars for Social Workers and Mental Health Professionals, featuring over 65 free webcasts that we could find for you this month in the field of social work and mental health. This month is National Recovery Month and National Suicide Prevention Month. To make it easier for […] The post Free Mental Health Webinars, September 2023 appeared first on SocialWork.Career.

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Social Work’s Critical Role in Prevention of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders

NASW Foundation

Drinking during pregnancy is more common than you might think. About one in 20 pregnant people report binge drinking in the past 30 days, and up to five percent of school children in the U.S. may.

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Embracing Morning Self-Care: A Journey to Improved Well-being

Abuse Survivor

In today’s fast-paced world, self-care has become a buzzword, but for me, it’s been a lifeline. I’ve always known that the mornings are the most challenging part of my day. The daunting prospect of facing the world can sometimes be overwhelming. That’s why I’ve embarked on a journey to prioritize self-care and make my mornings a time of nurturing and rejuvenation.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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‘It’s almost magical’: how robotic pets are helping UK care home residents

The Guardian

Animatronic cats and dogs have helped staff at a Bedfordshire care home to avoid medicating some residents with dementia “You’re bloody lovely ain’t you,” said Frances Barrett, as the robotic cat she was stroking flicked its ears and whiskers one lunchtime this week at the Oak Manor care home in Bedfordshire. The resident was one of several who live with dementia playing with the home’s small menagerie of animatronic animals that were originally designed to entertain American girls aged four to

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101 Words of Encouragement to a Friend Feeling Down Quotes

Social Work Haven

Life has its ups and downs, and sometimes, it’s our dear friends who need a little extra support and encouragement during the tough moments. Words of encouragement to a friend feeling down quotes can be handy in such situations. If you have a friend who’s feeling down, remember that your words can be a source of strength and comfort. In the realm of social work, where empathy reigns supreme and every day brings new challenges, one powerful tool stands out as a beacon of hope and resi

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