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Poverty Simulations in Social Work Education

Teaching & Learning in Social Work

As many of you may already know, simulations are increasingly being incorporated into social work education in various ways (online, in-person, virtual or augmented reality, large-scale, standardized patient, OSCE (Objective structured clinical exams), formative assessment, etc.). Health Communications. Health Communications.

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The draft Mental Health Bill: parliamentary proposals for change

Community Care

Additionally, some witnesses argued that the section 3 reforms might increase the risk of people with learning disabilities and autistic people being detained under the Mental Capacity Act or through the criminal justice system. This was not included in the draft bill.

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What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

Social Work Haven

Mediator : They facilitate communication and resolve conflicts between individuals or within families to promote healthy relationships. Community Organizer : Social workers may organise and mobilise communities to address social issues, promote social justice, and create positive change.

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News Items – August 5, 2021

Social Workers Speak

The national racial reckoning with policing and the criminal justice system catalyzed by George Floyd’s death last year was difficult enough for Black Americans. That it happened amidst the coronavirus pandemic made it even more challenging, said Brittany Peters, director of the Center for Wellness and Clinical Development in Tampa.

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What Are The New Government Guidelines For Children’s Mental Health?

MQ Mental Health

One of the most impactful projects MQ has supported has been the ground-breaking Adolescent Data Platform (ADP) which brought together anonymised health data from schools, local authorities, NGO’s, the Criminal Justice system and the NHS, and made it accessible for research.

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What Are The New Government Guidelines For Children’s Mental Health?

MQ Mental Health

One of the most impactful projects MQ has supported has been the ground-breaking Adolescent Data Platform (ADP) which brought together anonymised health data from schools, local authorities, NGO’s, the Criminal Justice system and the NHS, and made it accessible for research.