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Maternal Mental Health Matters: A Neglected but Vital Issue

Relias

On January 23, we recognize Maternal Health Awareness Day , an initiative by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) to increase awareness and action related to maternal mortality and morbidity in the U.S. It affects not only the mother, but also their children, their families, and their communities.

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What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

Social Work Haven

Counsellor : They provide counselling and emotional support to individuals and families facing a wide range of challenges, including mental health issues, addiction, and crisis situations. Therapist : Clinical social workers provide therapy to individuals, couples, and families, addressing mental health and emotional challenges.

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NASW Observes Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Month

Social Work Blog

Social workers are the largest group of mental health providers in the United States and treatment of PTSD is one of their specialty areas. Identify future areas of work/growth, boundaries as practitioners as the continued need for mental health treatment remains an essential service during the COVID 19 pandemic in the U.S.

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News Items – March 2, 2023

Social Workers Speak

Confidentiality is something that our profession makes as a core principle,” said Wanczyk-Karp. Even just turning over your client list, in our opinion, is a breach of confidentiality.” Seventy-six percent of providers have to contact a company multiple times to resolve an issue.”

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Preventing school shootings

Stop Abuse Campaign

Of the remaining 847 youth, 693 die from suicide , 99 die from unintentional shootings , 10 from law enforcement intervention, and the rest are “motive unknown.” It is also worth understanding that child abuse kills as many children as fIrearm violence. What about mental health care?

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Why Maternal Home Visiting Programs are Proven to Work

Stop Abuse Campaign

These first five years of life are crucial to a child’s physical and mental development, so early intervention is key. Childhood Trauma Affects Your Future Health. Answer these ten confidential questions developed with the CDC and understand your warning signs. Promoting childhood development and school readiness.

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News Items – March 2, 2023

Social Workers Speak

Confidentiality is something that our profession makes as a core principle,” said Wanczyk-Karp. Even just turning over your client list, in our opinion, is a breach of confidentiality.” Seventy-six percent of providers have to contact a company multiple times to resolve an issue.”