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NASW Recognizes October 6th as National Depression Screening Day

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By Denise Johnson, LCSW-C. Senior Practice Associate, Clinical Social Work. Depression is a very common and serious mental health condition that can significantly impact a person’s ability to function in all aspects of life. It can result from a number of social, emotional, and biological factors.

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News Items – February 2, 2023

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Karen Koenig is a member of NASW-FL: Some People Are More Than Just Difficult: How To Recognize a Personality Disorder Creators Although you sound frustrated and justifiably upset, it’s helpful to learn how to handle similar situations, if they should occur. According to Karen R.

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News Items – February 2, 2023

Social Workers Speak

Karen Koenig is a member of NASW-FL: Some People Are More Than Just Difficult: How To Recognize a Personality Disorder Creators Although you sound frustrated and justifiably upset, it’s helpful to learn how to handle similar situations, if they should occur. According to Karen R.

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Revisions to DSM-5 Coming in March 2022

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The revised manual, Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, Text Revision (DSM-5-TR) is used by clinical social workers and other health care professionals in the United States as the authoritative guide to the diagnosis of mental disorders. Prolonged Grief Disorder. Manic episode.

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Revisions to DSM 5 Coming in March 2022

Social Work Blog

The revised manual, Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, Text Revision (DSM-5-TR ) is used by clinical social workers and other health care professionals in the United States as the authoritative guide to the diagnosis of mental disorders. Prolonged Grief Disorder. Manic episode.

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NASW Brings Awareness to the Importance of Mental Health

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In addition to acknowledging those impacted by mental illness, NASW provides valuable information and resources to social workers who help them. Animal-Assisted Therapy for Depression. This article provides an overview of animal-assisted therapy as it relates to treating depression. Denise Johnson, LCSW-C. June 8, 2022.