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Nurse Depression and Anxiety: Stopping the Mental Health Crisis

Relias

They are also exposed to high levels of stress, trauma, and burnout, which can take a toll on their mental health. In this article, we’ll look at what causes elevated levels of nurse depression and anxiety, how nurses can help themselves and each other, and how healthcare leaders can support their nurses’ mental health.

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Best books for mental health professionals

Save the Social Worker

When you wonder if you should just leave the profession, since you seem to be doing more harm than good. It shares how he overcame the shame of seeking help, to eventually come out of the darkness of depression into a brighter, better place. That night, I go home, wondering if I should just quit social work.

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What is non-suicidal self-harm?

Beautiful Voyager

Non-suicidal self-harm means inflicting damage to your own body without the intention of suicide (and not consistent with cultural norms). Here are some facts about these behaviors, mental health first aid, and strategies which can help). Burning or self-battery are more common in men than women. go for a walk).

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Member Voices: Be Wary of Mental Health ‘Experts’ on Social Media

Social Work Blog

Monteiro, LCSW The past two years were filled with fear and uncertainty, exacerbating a mental health crisis with an increase in anxiety, depression, suicide rates, and substance abuse. Storytelling can be part of the healing process in one’s mental health journey. By Carla B. My concern is not unwarranted.

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Am I Depressed? Depression Symptoms, Causes, Therapy

Stop Abuse Campaign

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. The Stop Abuse Campaign persists in its efforts to raise awareness and reduce the stigma associated with mental health issues. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), “depression is a common illness worldwide, with an estimated 3.8% What is depression?

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How Relationship Counselling Can Benefit You

Psychological Health Care

Relationship counselling with a professional therapist or psychologist can help improve the way you relate to your partner, assist in changing patterns of behaviour and help negotiate difficult periods. Relationship counselling may help you resolve a current problem or prevent an issue from getting worse.

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At Home. Unproductive. Stuck in Room. Twenties.

Gary Direnfeld

Not spoken about until seriously probed are the bouts of depression and/or anxiety. That may mean threats of violence, destruction of property, self-harm, suicidal behavior. gary@yoursocialworker.com www.yoursocialworker.com for counseling and support. That child, now well into their twenties remains living at home.

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