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NASW Observes Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Month

Social Work Blog

NASW recognizes June as Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness Month. PTSD impacts millions of people in the United States. According to the National Center for PTSD, a program of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, about seven or eight of every 100 people will experience PTSD in their lifetime.”

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How to Heal from ACEs and Childhood Trauma

Stop Abuse Campaign

Other examples may include: Domestic violence. You can start by signing up to the Stop Abuse Campaign newsletter for more information, support, and advocacy campaigns. ?. A survivor of child sexual abuse, domestic violence, and suicide, Andrew dedicated the second half of his life to protecting children from trauma.

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BSW & MSW Scholarship Recipients 2022-2023

University of Connecticut

My previous and future work involves working with some of the most vulnerable members of our society -- that work being with LGBTQIA+ youth, and victims and survivors of domestic violence. Like Frank Carollo, I hope to give back to the UConn community in similar ways in the future.

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De-normalizing child abuse?

Stop Abuse Campaign

I had been living with undiagnosed PTSD for more than 20 years. Norreida is a writer and fixer, helping organizations strengthen their communications and advocacy programs. College taught me to question authority. In college, I met other survivors and learned that child abuse isn’t normal. I realized that I am smart. Norreida Reyes.

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De-normalizing child abuse?

Stop Abuse Campaign

I had been living with undiagnosed PTSD for more than 20 years. Norreida is a writer and fixer, helping organizations strengthen their communications and advocacy programs. College taught me to question authority. In college, I met other survivors and learned that child abuse isn’t normal. I realized that I am smart. Norreida Reyes.

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