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NASW Recognizes October 6th as National Depression Screening Day

Social Work Blog

With millions of people in the United States living with depression, clinical social workers and other behavioral healthcare providers continuously work to support the individuals and families they serve. Most people see improvements in their depressive symptoms with psychotherapy.

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nota bene

Clinical Philosophy

I don't know about you, but the reason I often make notes after psychotherapy sessions is because I need aides-memoires. I've about 18 patients - in my private psychotherapy practice - at any one time; most of them attend just once a week. to make a joke ten minutes into the session?). So, good: there is that!

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How to Create a Ketamine Compliance Program

Relias

With its rapid-acting benefits and potential to reduce suicidality, ketamine is becoming an increasingly important tool in behavioral healthcare. However, IV infusions must be administered by a healthcare professional due to the higher potency and rapid effects. Despite its effectiveness, ketamine therapy requires careful oversight.

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psychotherapy as internal relation

Clinical Philosophy

(notes for a talk at Confer, 21st Sep 2019 ) Abstract Describing psychotherapy as a method of treatment is expedient in healthcare settings, but it would take a tin ear to not baulk at it as a characterisation of the therapeutic experience. Then again, psychotherapy is also in the business of helping patients separate out from others.

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Maternal Mental Health Matters: A Neglected but Vital Issue

Relias

Many factors contribute to this neglect, such as stigma, lack of awareness, lack of resources, lack of training, and lack of coordination among healthcare providers. Healthcare professionals play a key role in screening, referring, treating, and following up with mothers who are struggling with their mental health.

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Crisis Prevention and Intervention in the Age of COVID-19

Relias

In fact, research has shown that telehealth leads to an increase in the number of patients showing up for psychotherapy appointments. Fortunately, these tools proved their worth, not only as a means of providing mental healthcare but also as a way of responding to crisis. Domestic Violence.