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‘Why we’re providing therapy for parents in pre-proceedings’

Community Care

We began to feel that the parents involved needed psychological treatment. At the same time, psychological assessments of parents in care proceedings almost always recommended psychological treatment. This exposed the significant disparity between the support provided to parents and what they required. It will also save money.

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Sensitivity to ‘bruised’ staff needed for effective DfE intervention in ‘inadequate’ services, finds study

Community Care

The introduction of interim managers or consultants to replace departing senior managers “rarely proved to be a positive experience”, with staff finding it difficult to trust them or feeling demoralised by the extra scrutiny they were placed under. Related articles. ‘Repair work’ needed to help staff. .”

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Maybe Those Grandparents Shouldn’t See the Grandkids

Gary Direnfeld

There is a likelihood the grandparents will also engage others as their emissaries to undo the boundaries of the parents. He consults to mental health professionals as well as to mediators and collaborative law professionals about good practice as well as building their practice. This are tough situations.

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Why Is It So Hard To Ask For Help When Facing Psychological Distress?

Beautiful Voyager

One interesting question raised by the host JF Lacasse was: why is it so hard, especially for men, to talk about their psychological and emotional challenges, and ask for help? Why would men hide their psychological challenges more than women? They are a barrier to the accurate identification and treatment of psychological conditions”.

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Authentic Beauty – Reflections for Women Social Workers

R.E.A.L. Social Workers

This immense pressure to conform to conventional beauty standards can add to the psychological toll social workers experience leading to anxiety, depression, and increased stress. These are subtle microaggressions that undermines psychological safety in the workplace. Social workers are ethically obligated to engage in self-care.

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3 Focused Steps to Find Emotional Calm during a Storm of Emotions

R.E.A.L. Social Workers

This is part of my Positive Psychology Toolbox. Positive Psychology provides high quality research-based resources to clinical professionals for use with their clients. Re-engage in the environment. Finally, I guide my client to re-engage with the present moment. She is the owner of M.L.

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How To Stop Skin Crawling Feeling? Methods That Work

Blurt It Out

Seek psychological counseling. Practice Relaxation Techniques Engaging in relaxation techniques, such as meditation, breathing exercises, and muscle relaxation, can positively influence the mind. Engaging in relaxation techniques can also provide a healthy distraction and shift your focus away from uncomfortable sensations.