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When Someone You Love has Anxiety…

Gary Direnfeld

For many, there is a relational aspect to anxiety. Those that get drawn in become part of a dynamic where as they try to comfort, cajole, support, facilitate, the one with the anxiety experiences and expresses greater fear. In turn, the anxiety escalates. They seek others to help them manage, make them feel safe or less anxious.

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Psychiatrist, Psychologist, Social Worker: Difference?

Gary Direnfeld

Counseling may be directed to facilitating that individual’s coping skills or understanding of their situation on a deeper level. Rarely does the modern day psychiatrist provide direct and ongoing counseling. The teen has anxiety: The psychiatrist prescribed medication. Case example.

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Prioritising Sexual Health and Intimacy with Sexology

Psychological Health Care

In this article we’ll look at reasons why you should prioritise your sexual health, how a sexologist can help and when to consult a sexologist. Intimate connections and positive sexual experiences can contribute to lower stress levels, reduced anxiety and an overall improvement in mental health. Why Consult a Sexologist?

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Those Crazy-Making Conflicting Messages

Gary Direnfeld

That is when the tension create by these situations can come out as anxiety, depression and inappropriate behavior. The intervention looks good, but changes nothing. gary@yoursocialworker.com www.yoursocialworker.com for counseling and support. I am available in person and by video conferencing. Gary Direnfeld, MSW, RSW.

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Comparing psychotherapies for gay and bisexual men’s mental health

Society of Clinical Psychology

gay, bisexual) men’s health, finding that: Sexual minority men experience higher rates of depression, anxiety, substance use disorders , and HIV acquisition than heterosexual men. LGBTQ-affirmative counseling (10 sessions-as-usual at a local community clinic). HIV testing and counseling only (one session with a trained counselor).

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Members in the News – June 29, 2023

Social Workers Speak

A senior crisis intervention specialist who has worked at the Chandler Fire Department for 16 years, Henry (’05 BSW, ’07 MSW) said a crisis can happen lightning fast, anytime and anywhere. He now consults with the association. Anxiety is in a lot of ways a healthy emotion. Here’s what experts recommend.

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You Asked, Can Social Workers Prescribe Medication?

Social Work Haven

This can include providing advice, support and guidance to people in the community who are struggling with mental health issues, such as depression or anxiety. Monitor interventions Social workers monitor interventions that have been put in place to ensure they are helping the person and their family.