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Antisocial Behavior and Drug Addiction

Gateway Foundation

People with ASPD may have little concern for the harm that can be brought to their bodies, believing that the rules do not apply to them. Addiction experts will provide a dual diagnosis to treat both conditions and help you through the recovery process. A more challenging addiction recovery. What Is Antisocial Behavior?

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What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

Social Work Haven

Educator : Social workers educate clients about resources, coping strategies, and life skills to enhance their well-being and self-sufficiency. This approach helps clients build resilience and self-efficacy. Self-Care: Personal Well-being: Social workers understand the importance of self-care to maintain their own well-being.

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The Dangers of Problem Gambling

Gateway Foundation

Impaired Work or Academic Performance A person’s status at work or school can also be negatively impacted by compulsive gambling. You might skip going to school or the office to continue your activities. Neglect of self-care: People with pathological gambling might prioritize gambling over self-care.

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You Asked, Can Social Workers Prescribe Medication?

Social Work Haven

They also work on issues in relation to abuse, for example, how emotional abuse can cause significant harm to a vulnerable person. Furthermore, social workers are able to work collaboratively with healthcare professionals such as psychiatrists, psychologists and GPs to develop tailored recovery plans for those in need.

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Am I Going Through a Nervous Breakdown?

Beautiful Voyager

Frequent thoughts of self-harm or suicide. They may engage in certain avoidance behaviors like: Withdrawing from family, friends, and co-workers Isolating themselves or hiding "away from the world" Avoiding family time or social functions or engagements Avoiding work or school by saying they're ill What Causes a Nervous Breakdown?

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Finding Help on Self-Injury Awareness Day in Chicago

Gateway Foundation

In some cases, they can also lead to cutting and self-inflicted harm. Self-injury is more common than many people realize, mainly because those who struggle with it tend to hide this behavior. It’s essential to bring awareness to this topic, inform others about it and offer help to those dealing with self-harm.

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Molly vs. Ecstasy: What’s the Difference?

Gateway Foundation

These ingredients can be harmful and produce undesirable effects on the person taking the substance. While some believe that repeatedly taking molly or ecstasy over a long period is less harmful than other substances, MDMA can have severe effects on the body after a person has taken the drug for a long time. Long-Term Effects.