The New Social Worker
JANUARY 12, 2022
Recent events have given us lots of opportunities to practice meditation. For people new to meditation and practicing under these conditions, it might seem daunting. There are a lot of quality meditation apps to help you find your way.
Bipolar Bandit
JANUARY 13, 2022
When handling trauma, therapists, counselors, health professionals, caregivers, and others that are helping, seek to understand the person, get a pulse on the crisis, engage in triaging the most devastating issues, and offer interventions that help to restore, or create in some cases, stability. None of these previously stated tasks are easy. In fact, the challenges that these helpers face, especially in working with trauma, can lead to an apathetic state of mind, body, and spirit.
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My Brains Not Broken
JANUARY 13, 2022
I’ve written about my dislike for wintertime before, but a new thought popped into my head as to why this time of year isn’t great for me. We know about seasonal affective disorder, shorter days and colder nights and all that, but there’s another big reason that I don’t love this time of year. I have several activities and hobbies that I do that relieve/help me manage my mental health challenges, and the winter is one of the most challenging times because it limits what I
Nnatasha Tracy
JANUARY 13, 2022
Our society encourages people to push their limits, and there is no out for people with mental illness. Our society claims over and over that we must "push the envelope," "take risks," and "do what scares us." There is no societal pressure to "respect your limits" or "live the way you feel comfortable." And maybe that's good for the general population, I can't say, but what I can say is that it's terrible advice for people with mental illness.
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Nicole Clark Consulting
JANUARY 12, 2022
You know your community better than your funder, and your programs are only successful when staff feel supported and have the capacity to do their jobs. Your staff knows your programs so much in fact, that when you report to your board of directors or engage new funders, you rely heavily on them to provide [.]. The post Your Staff Knows Your Programs Better Than You appeared first on Nicole Clark Consulting.
Bipolar Bandit
JANUARY 13, 2022
Bulimia Nervosa is really difficult to define and has been for years. It dates back in history and was originally classed as an ‘ominous variant’ (whatever that means) of Anorexia Nervosa. This link to Anorexia Nervosa I do think is important, however, because a lot of people assume Bulimia to be a case of uncontrolled eating that anyone would want to counter balance.
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Gateway Foundation
JANUARY 10, 2022
On the surface, casinos seem like fun places to spend a Saturday night with friends. These attractive establishments have everything it takes to create a fantasy world, from elaborate light fixtures to endless rows of glowing slot machines. Most guests probably don’t contemplate a casino’s design or glitzy decor when they’re placing bets.
The New Social Worker
JANUARY 10, 2022
Conversations on Social Work Careers - New video series launch! Jennifer Luna, MSSW, Your Social Work Career Coach, interviews Lauren Gutierrez, LCSW, school social worker, clinical supervisor, and creator of Social Work Scrapbook.
NCCPR Child Welfare Blog
JANUARY 11, 2022
? Well what do you know, families DO have Fourth Amendment rights when the family police knock at the door – at least in Pennsylvania, according to a decision by that state’s Supreme Court. The Imprint has a story , and The Volokh Conspiracy blog and Community Legal Services of Philadelphia have the details. ? Speaking of things you may have thought children and families already had: Colorado Newsline reports that the state is considering legislation to require lawyers for children in family pol
International Federation of Social Workers
JANUARY 12, 2022
Silvana Martínez, President of the International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW), presents The People’s Global Summit. Co-building a New Eco-Social World: Leaving No One Behind: Leaving no one behind. [link] This summit will take place on June 29 – July 2, 2022 online and is an opportunity for all of us to get involved in […].
Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson
Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.
Community Care
JANUARY 14, 2022
The Department for Education has scrapped its national assessment and accreditation scheme (NAAS) for children’s social workers. It plans to introduce a replacement accreditation programme later this year, designed to be “more sustainable” and deliver “a better overall experience for social workers” that was “more meaningful” for them and employers.
Therapist Development Center
JANUARY 9, 2022
8 BBS supervision changes every licensed and pre-licensed clinician should be aware of: On January 1st, 2022, a significant number of changes impacting supervision in California took effect. Some of these changes are designed to streamline documentation for trainees … Continued. The post BBS Alert: 2022 Supervision Changes appeared first on Therapist Development Center Blog.
Gateway Foundation
JANUARY 14, 2022
The amount of time it takes to fully detox from alcohol consumption varies from person to person. The detox process can last from a few days to a few weeks, but the length of the process depends on the individual. Moderate alcohol withdrawal symptoms can even last for a month in rare cases, and some… The post How Long Does It Take to Detox From Alcohol?
R.E.A.L. Social Workers
JANUARY 13, 2022
I Used to Doubt Myself. That is what happens when our view of the world is slightly different than others. Their responses can influence our self-esteem. We look for validation from our world. If we don’t get it, the immediate thought is to think that something is odd about us. When we are hesitant to be fully ourselves, we rob the world of our very best.
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Community Care
JANUARY 13, 2022
One in eight councils moved to delivering “life and limb” care only for at least some people in need over the Christmas period as a result of the severe pressures arising from the Omicron variant. Over half have taken the “least acceptable” actions in response to the situation including prioritising life-sustaining care, being unable to undertake reviews of risk, relying on family members, carers or providers for these or leaving vulnerable people isolated for longer per
Michigan Social Work
JANUARY 12, 2022
Seven U-M SSW faculty are included on Stanford University’s 2021 World's Top 2% Scientists list. The database provides standardized information on citations, h-index, co-authorship-adjusted hm-index, citations to papers in different authorship positions, and a composite indicator. Linda Chatters. Lorraine Gutiérrez. Todd Herrenkohl. Joseph Ryan. Robert Taylor.
Gateway Foundation
JANUARY 12, 2022
If you suspect a loved one has a gambling addiction, whether they are a close friend, family member, spouse or child, it’s crucial they get help. Gambling addiction, also known as a gambling disorder, problem gambling or compulsive gambling, is a progressive disease that can affect all ages and genders. Like any addiction, a gambling… The post How to Help Someone You Know That Has a Gambling Problem appeared first on Gateway.
Relias
JANUARY 12, 2022
As a human services leader, you’re always looking for ways to improve the level of care your organization provides. While there are a lot of different ways to accomplish this goal, creating a learning culture is one of the most powerful. What do we mean by this? In a learning culture, organizations actively encourage staff members to seek out new knowledge, helping them constantly grow and develop their skills.
Speaker: Gary Direnfeld, MSW, RSW.
You may have the clinical skills to manage a private practice, but your success could actually hinge on marketing skills. For a thriving practice, you need to differentiate yourself from others and present yourself in a way that attracts referrals. These days, much of that happens online, including on social media. In this webinar, Gary Direnfeld will discuss how social media marketing can help you build your private practice and grow your client base.
Shelter, Inc
JANUARY 11, 2022
On December 29, 2021, six-year-old Damari Perry of North Chicago was forced by a relative to stand in a cold shower as a punishment, for an extended period, when he began to vomit. Though he became unresponsive, and his condition critical, no one called 911, and Damari died. Days later, Damari’s mother reported the boy had gone missing from a party he attended with his sister in Skokie, but the story was proven false.
Social Work Blog
JANUARY 13, 2022
Take time to read NASW’s Voter Rights and Voter Participation Policy Statement, Social Work Speaks 2021.
Gateway Foundation
JANUARY 10, 2022
Medical detoxification is an important first step in the process of treating addiction to alcohol and various types of drugs. Addictive substances are difficult to stop using. You might try to quit “cold turkey” only to experience painful, and oftentimes dangerous, withdrawal symptoms. Within hours of your last drink or last use of a drug,… The post What Medications Are Used During Detox?
American Board of Clinical Social Work
JANUARY 9, 2022
In previous posts, I have explained why it is countertherapeutic to shut down the repetitive conflicts that bring couples to therapy. Within those conflicts are the unmetabolized feelings that their right brains have been waiting to experience and voice. The therapist’s job is to mine their conflicts for every possible ounce of meaningful emotions that the couple has been trying to bring to consciousness.
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Shelter, Inc
JANUARY 11, 2022
On December 29, 2021, six-year-old Damari Perry of North Chicago was forced by a relative to stand in a cold shower as a punishment, for an extended period, when he began to vomit. Though he became unresponsive, and his condition critical, no one called 911, and Damari died. Days later, Damari’s mother reported the boy had gone missing from a party he attended with his sister in Skokie, but the story was proven false.
The Guardian
JANUARY 12, 2022
National Care Forum also finds one in four homes have closed their doors to new admissions Care homes are missing a third of the staff they need and more than one in four have closed their doors to new admissions in a deepening labour crisis that is “putting safety and dignity at risk”. With thousands of care workers off sick with Covid on top of a rising number of vacancies, the situation in social care has become “grim, difficult and relentless”, according to the National Care Forum (NCF), whi
Gary Direnfeld
JANUARY 8, 2022
In the family law world, January is a busy month. It is traditionally the month with the most divorce filings of the year. Many people hang on through holidays, hoping for things to improve or at least not wanting to undermine the enjoyment of the time for the kids. Then bang. Things come to a head. I have to imagine that with this lockdown upon us, those whose lives together were difficult enough, are even more so without a break from each other.
The Guardian
JANUARY 9, 2022
People with dementia have fared badly in the last two years, and in Wales worst of all My mother, Nancy, is a scientist. The first person in her family to go to university, she was awarded a doctorate in organic chemistry in 1960. A chemistry teacher for 20 years, she enabled scores of young women to enter careers in science and medicine. She learned Russian for the fun of it and, when she retired to north Wales almost 30 years ago to help with our twin babies, she learned Welsh to a level of fl
The Guardian
JANUARY 8, 2022
Crises such as public health must be met by the state and there’s the Conservatives’ rub Conservatives look like cranks today, not because of personal failings of this or that politician, but because they cannot deal with the crises of the modern world. It’s not that they don’t have answers – rightwing thinkers spit them out faster than a machine gun fires bullets.
Gary Direnfeld
JANUARY 13, 2022
The call came from a close friend. Moments ago. His five-year-old grandson’s best friend died in a car crash. His grandson’s friend was six. My friend asked me for words. What does one say to a child so young whose friend has passed over? As the story unpacks, there is also the family of the child, coping now with his loss. What do we say? There are times, moments, where words are unavailable, where words seem so inadequate.
Gary Direnfeld
JANUARY 12, 2022
Chatted recently with two persons separated from partners they identified as narcissists. These were both follow-up meetings. The change in their disposition was truly amazing. From scared and intimated to confident and empowered. Both had been significantly traumatized by the experiences with their ex. Both had also recently started medication for anxiety.
Shelter, Inc
JANUARY 11, 2022
Some people are surprised, due to misinformation, to learn Shelter serves a growing number of children and youth who have been victims of human trafficking, but victims come from everywhere. By knowing the facts and sharing them with others, YOU MAY SAVE A LIFE. Definition: Human trafficking is a $150 billion business Traffickers use force, fraud, or coercion to lure their victims and force them into labor or commercial sexual exploitation.
Shelter, Inc
JANUARY 11, 2022
Some people are surprised, due to misinformation, to learn Shelter serves a growing number of children and youth who have been victims of human trafficking, but victims come from everywhere. By knowing the facts and sharing them with others, YOU MAY SAVE A LIFE. Definition: Human trafficking is a $150 billion business Traffickers use force, fraud, or coercion to lure their victims and force them into labor or commercial sexual exploitation.
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