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Long COVID and the Implications for Social Work

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These disparities demand the attention of social work change agents, along with the inability or unwillingness of our government leaders to pass long COVID legislation, the lack of long COVID clinics, and the need for advocacy and education related to workplace accommodations, paid sick and family leave and expanded disability benefits.

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Board Member’s Career Trajectory Changed During Internship

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However, his experiences as a clinical social work intern opened his eyes to the impacts of severe mental illness, as well as the intersecting issues of mental health, substance use disorders, poverty, incarceration, and racism. This changed the trajectory of my professional career,” says Abebe, LCSW, LICSW, MA. “I

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CMS Creates Additional Place of Service Code for Telehealth

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Since the policies around the use of these codes may vary, clinical social workers should consult with each health insurance company with whom they are credentialed for specific guidance on the usage of POS codes. Denise Johnson, LCSW-C. Senior Practice Associate, Clinical Social Work. Prepared by.

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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. It can result from a number of social, emotional, and biological factors. 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.

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The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Transitions to 988

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Denise Johnson, LCSW-C. Senior Practice Associate, Clinical Social Work. Vibrant Emotional Health. Department of Health and Human Services. National Institute of Mental Health. Prepared by.

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Members in the News – July 28, 2023

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This month’s focus is on the important topic of “Cultivating Resilient Teens in The Digital Age,” presented by Amy Saloner, LCSW, FNTP, Teen & Family Resilience Coach. Wyly is a newly licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), having passed her licensure test in May.

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Revisions to DSM-5 Coming in March 2022

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Prepared by Denise Johnson, LCSW-C, NASW Senior Practice Associate, Clinical Social Work. Conversion disorder is now functional neurological symptom disorder. intellectual disability is now intellectual developmental disorder. Updated DSM-5 text revisions to be released in March – Psychiatric News.