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ACE 101: Intimate Partner Violence

Stop Abuse Campaign

Children witnessing the harm of their parent or experiencing the violence themselves are also left with post-traumatic stress. . Consequences of witnessing intimate partner violence. How to prevent intimate partner violence. National Domestic Violence Hotline (800) 799-7233. Here are some suggestions: .

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My Mental Health is Bad! Why and What Now?

Stop Abuse Campaign

Experiencing or witnessing abuse or chronic emotional or physical neglect , domestic violence , parental mental illness or addiction , or the loss of a parent can result in lifelong adverse consequences to our mental health. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration National Helpline – (800) 662-4357.

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NASW Observes Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Month

Social Work Blog

This publication from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration provides valuable tools to help people during these challenging times. Dynamics of Abuse . This blog from the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence discusses the dynamics of abuse and helpful resources. Military One Source.

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What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

Social Work Haven

This is because they develop treatment plans to address mental illness and substance abuse problems, often holding supervisory roles and advocating for human rights within the criminal justice system. Confidentiality: Maintaining strict confidentiality is essential.

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Maternal Mental Health Matters: A Neglected but Vital Issue

Relias

the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) have done a great deal of work to build on the momentum of national recognition that we have neglected maternal health and the role that social determinants play in the outcomes of women and children.

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We Need to Talk about ACEs and Suicide

Stop Abuse Campaign

If you or someone you know has experienced one or more of the many types of ACEs, such as child abuse, child sexual abuse, child neglect, child exposure to domestic violence, and other adversities described in the ACE study, then you or that person you know may very well be at risk of attempted suicide. Joanne Marszal.

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Survivor Story: Hammered Down

Stop Abuse Campaign

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration National Helpline. Answer these ten confidential questions developed with the CDC and understand your warning signs. For TTY Users: Use your preferred relay service or dial 711 then 1-800-273-8255. 800) 662-4357. Do you know your score? Check my ACE score.