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Thousands of children risk losing access to vital therapy, warn support providers

Community Care

That was the message from psychological support providers in a statement that warned that the breaks in therapy that many children now faced risked deepening their trauma and undermining placement stability. “We are being prevented from providing this with breaks in therapy now expected. .

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Why Anyone Can Benefit From Therapy

My Brains Not Broken

There’s a lot I could say here (especially as someone who once refused to see a therapist because my depression “wasn’t that bad” – whatever that means) but simply put, therapy isn’t only for someone experiencing a mental health crisis.

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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. And what if that's not your reason?! I can report that. this just makes little sense.

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Depression & Perfectionism

Gateway Foundation

Perfectionism personality traits aren’t considered a disorder but rather a vulnerability factor that increases a person’s chance of developing depression and other psychological problems like obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), eating disorders, and even addiction. Social Disconnection.

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19 Essential Social Work Practice Skills You Should Work on Refining Now

Social Work Haven

Educator – this involves educating clients on issues such as health promotion, mental health, substance abuse and community resources. Clinician – this involves providing direct clinical services such as counseling, psychotherapy and crisis intervention.

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Maternal Mental Health Matters: A Neglected but Vital Issue

Relias

On January 23, we recognize Maternal Health Awareness Day , an initiative by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) to increase awareness and action related to maternal mortality and morbidity in the U.S. It affects not only the mother, but also their children, their families, and their communities.

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Debunking Myths About PTSD

Gateway Foundation

Some people develop misconceptions regarding PTSD, which creates a stigma within the mental health community that could prevent people from seeking the help they need to improve their health. A person’s existing neurobiology, such as the presence of other mental health conditions.

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