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News Items – July 22, 2021

Social Workers Speak

Professional Responsibilities: I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with an expertise in trauma therapy, specifically for survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence. … Getting the tattoo was a “magical ritualization” of embodying her own strength, resilience, and recovery.

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Am I Depressed? Depression Symptoms, Causes, Therapy

Stop Abuse Campaign

Individuals who experience or witness adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) such as domestic violence , parental separation/divorce , or childhood neglect or abuse can face long-term consequences, predisposed to developing mental health conditions like depression, anxiety , and post-traumatic stress disorder. Natural treatments

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News Items – January 13, 2022

Social Workers Speak

“A month off and then some can do so much good for your overall well-being, your memory, your sleep, your digestion,” said Sabrina Spotorno, a clinical social worker and credentialed alcoholism and substance abuse counselor at Monument , an online platform for alcohol treatment and recovery.

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How Alcohol Affects Relationships  

Gateway Foundation

The connection between alcohol, interpersonal violence and codependency is widely documented. They may experience loneliness, depression, guilt, anxiety, anger issues and an inability to trust others. Additionally, alcohol has been associated with violent crimes and domestic violence worldwide. Financial Troubles.

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A Love Letter to Social Workers on the Front Lines of COVID-19

Social Work Synergy

The outings they usually go on, from walks in the park to grocery trips to in-person recovery meetings are all on hold. She soothes anxiety and also makes sure all the normal things get done: medication management, daily living skills, online appointments, job search, treatment. But nothing is normal right now.