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Diagnosing and Treating Dissociative Identity Disorder by Gregory L. Dissociative identity disorder (DID), previously known as multiple personality disorder, is a misunderstood and often underdiagnosed condition. 43 Essential Policies for Human Services Professionals by Gerald O’Brien.

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The Social Work Dictionary is used by those who write licensing examination questions and those who conduct license preparation courses. It is the foundational communications tool in undergraduate and graduate courses as well as continuing education programs. You Might Also Be Interested In. 2022 NASW National Conference.

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Riding Out the Pandemic: Social Work Practice during COVID-19: Navigating Client Needs and Boundary Changes

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While information and communication technologies (ICTs) permeated social work practice long before the onset of COVID-19, the abrupt need to close non-essential workplaces resulted in unparalleled incorporation of digital technology and a radical change in social work practice across the globe. Facing the pandemic, Prof.

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News Items – March 3, 2022

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Social workers are the unsung heroes of the pandemic. Should social workers work with police? Across the state, law enforcement departments take varying approaches to integrating social workers into policing, but Goetz and other experts express concerns that it’s being done too hastily. The Washington Post.

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Whole Person Care: What It Means, How To Use It, and Why It’s Important

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Social workers and case managers : Social workers and case managers are more likely to see clients living in their everyday environment. As such, they are positioned to understand the social determinants of health facing their clients and help them navigate these challenges. Payers : Many in the U.S.

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Why Successful Integrated Care Management Matters

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The main purpose is to effectively address and treat co-occurring and chronic mental health, substance use, and medical disorders. Involving patients and their carers in determining the process and outcomes of care provides a route to better communication, patient and staff satisfaction, and the overall quality of care.”

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News Items – September 30, 2021

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Victor Armstrong is the first chief health equity officer at the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services. There is a huge, unresolved gender pay gap,” said Sarah Butts, director of public policy for the National Association of Social Workers. The Charlotte Observer. Lewiston Sun Journal (ME).