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IASSW Statement on the Ukraine

The International Association Of Schools Of Social

In keeping with this tradition, IASSW condemns the current attack on Ukraine and the needless loss of life, destruction to housing and other built infrastructures, and cost to the environment, caused through the contribution that discharging military ordnance.

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NASW Observes Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Month

Social Work Blog

1 Although PTSD has commonly been associated with the military and veteran populations, it affects people of all ages, communities, gender, and social economic background. Learn a combination of diagnosis and interventionist tools of dissociation to consider when engaged in treatment of populations of color. Military One Source.

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Child Abuse Prevention Programs: Making A Difference In Our Communities

All For Kids

cdc.gov Child Sexual Abuse : Involves engaging a child in sexual activities, including exposure to pornography, unwanted sexual touching, or exploitation. They may have recently been deployed from the military and struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

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Realm of the Dead - Using Art in Social Work Education and Practice

Michigan Social Work

The audience also will revive the turmoil caused by his father's sexual molestation, the domestic violence during Brazil's military dictatorship and Pinto's arrival, at 21, as an undocumented immigrant in New York City in 1987 and the challenges he faced as a gender nonconforming gay man. "I

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Debunking Myths About PTSD

Gateway Foundation

PTSD Is Only for Military Veterans or First Responders. Engaging in combat or seeing a person get injured or pass away can develop PTSD. Moving away from the idea that PTSD only affects military veterans or first responders is one of the best ways to destigmatize the condition and ensure people can reach out when they need help.

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Whole Health: A Personalized Approach to Veteran Care

Relias

Self-care : Whole Health encourages Veterans to engage in self-care practices that promote wellness. The Whole Health program encourages Veterans to engage in these types of activities in conjunction with getting the necessary medical care in order to live their best lives.

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How to Create a Veterans Suicide Prevention Program

Relias

The need for veterans suicide prevention programs Transitioning from military to civilian life brings about various stressors for veterans. Solid Start This program provides outreach support to veterans who have recently separated from military service. Shockingly, suicide rates among U.S. veterans are 1.5