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Social Media’s Affects on Mental Health and Tips to Support Your Child’s Mental Wellness Online

CCRC

Just as important as our physical health is our mental health, yet many children and adults in the U.S. dont address their mental health concerns. May is Mental Health Awareness Month; its a time to bring attention to mental health conditions and ways to support our psychological well-being for overall health.

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Member Voices: Be Wary of Mental Health ‘Experts’ on Social Media

Social Work Blog

Monteiro, LCSW The past two years were filled with fear and uncertainty, exacerbating a mental health crisis with an increase in anxiety, depression, suicide rates, and substance abuse. Storytelling can be part of the healing process in one’s mental health journey. By Carla B. My concern is not unwarranted.

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Nurse Depression and Anxiety: Stopping the Mental Health Crisis

Relias

They are also exposed to high levels of stress, trauma, and burnout, which can take a toll on their mental health. In this article, we’ll look at what causes elevated levels of nurse depression and anxiety, how nurses can help themselves and each other, and how healthcare leaders can support their nurses’ mental health.

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?NASW Member Voices: Social Work and Self-Care — A Review Through an Updated Lens

Social Work Blog

By Violeta Donawa, LMSW, MA Dr. Kathleen Cox and Dr. Sue Steiner bring the concept of ‘self-care’ out of the shadows and demystifies its significance in the lives of social work practitioners and leaders. Throughout the Self-Care in Social Work, Cox and Steiner draw upon their extensive clinical and academic experience as social work faculty.

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How to Get Started with Wellbeing

Social Work Haven

Moving more will help relieve your stress, increase your balance, improve your mental health, sleep better, improve your concentration and become fit. BUT, it is better to end relationships that are toxic and damaging to your mental health and call it a day. Click HERE to receive your free mental health planner!

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Are You Struggling With a Social Worker Personal Statement?

Social Work Haven

I made it clear that I believed the child was at risk of significant harm and all professionals present agreed with this. My combined placement, work and life experiences have moulded me into an empathic, respectful, authentic, hardworking, self-motivated and reflective social worker.

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What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

Social Work Haven

Counsellor : They provide counselling and emotional support to individuals and families facing a wide range of challenges, including mental health issues, addiction, and crisis situations. Educator : Social workers educate clients about resources, coping strategies, and life skills to enhance their well-being and self-sufficiency.