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What to Expect From Virtual Addiction Treatment

Gateway Foundation

Addiction treatment plays a critical role for those with substance use disorders, but only a small percentage of individuals who need treatment receive it. Common barriers to in-person treatment include a lack of nearby providers or facilities and the inability to leave home due to family or job-related duties.

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

Social Work Blog

I see the devastating effects of this crisis in our community, emergency departments, and substance-use treatment centers through my roles as an emergency psychiatric and addiction Clinical Social Worker. Dial 988 on your phone to get free and confidential support services. Originally published in The Dorchester Reporter.

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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. Upon completion of the assessment, you will be better equipped to collaboratively develop a treatment plan tailored to your client’s unique needs.

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SUPRs — Illinois’s State-Funded Program for First-Time Rehab Clients

Gateway Foundation

Receiving treatment from a SUPR-funded treatment center lets individuals work toward recovery with evidence-based methods, plentiful resources, and medical and professional support. The SUPR division and its grants aim to help address the state’s opioid crisis and help citizens experiencing addiction.

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What Causes Coke Bloat? What You Need to Know

Gateway Foundation

Cocaine is a powerfully addictive drug that can create numerous severe side effects. Once a person becomes addicted to the illegal drug, they can experience physical, mental and emotional changes that take a toll on their quality of life. But what does professional treatment for cocaine use look like? What Is Coke Bloat?

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You Asked, Case manager vs Social Worker – Surprising Difference?

Social Work Haven

Additionally, social workers cannot force clients to accept treatment, nor can they impose legal sanctions on them for not following through with recommended treatments. Finally, social workers must adhere to a code of ethics and maintain client confidentiality while working with them.

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Childhood memories

Stop Abuse Campaign

Addicted to cigarettes, I never again wanted a smoke. That left me with my major addiction. I was hooked on my husband like heroin, despite or because of his cruel treatment. He was once a police detective and had a treatment plan. Next, cigarettes, an inadvertent move after just ten sessions of biofeedback.