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Building Organizational Resilience for Behavioral Health Providers

Relias

The effects of the mental health crisis can be seen in the following statistics: Master’s level licensed social workers are twice as likely to have PTSD as the general population. This may be because they are motivated by empathy to pursue work in the field.

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Psychological Effects of Being Adopted on Child Development

All For Kids

These can include: Major depressive disorder Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) Social anxiety disorder Substance abuse and addiction It’s crucial for adoptive parents to be prepared for these potential issues and to seek professional help when necessary. Consider adopting a pet, which can provide comfort and companionship.

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How to Create a Disaster Behavioral Health Plan

Relias

These can include anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and more. Those experiencing PTSD following a disaster will exhibit different symptoms. A great way to do this is through a respectful display of empathy. Build trust with the affected communities via your messaging.

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BSW & MSW Scholarship Recipients 2022-2023

University of Connecticut

My current internship has provided me with so many opportunities to meet with community partners, learn how to use anticipatory empathy, and practice motivational interviewing. My goal for my final year is to do a clinical internship working with children.

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Finding Hope and Healing: 71 Powerful Bible Verses about Depression and Anxiety in Social Work

Social Work Haven

Commonly associated conditions include generalised anxiety disorder (GAD), delusional disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It highlights the potential for finding empathy, support, and meaning through our own experiences. Essential social work skills include empathy, authenticity, resilience and respect.

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