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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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The 14 best books to read as a social worker

Save the Social Worker

Many of them come from the realms of psychology, business, and self-help. It’s easy to understand, engaging, and journeys with you along your discovery. We want something in a fun and engaging way. More importantly, it teaches valuable theory on counselling and therapy. Just try them today!

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5 Reasons Children Bully and How Parents Can Help

KVC

We see the impact of that as bullies and those they bully are twice as likely to self-harm and experience suicidal behavior. A bully is someone that deliberately acts out verbally or physically in an aggressive manner towards others with the intent to cause harm, fear, or distress. Words can hurt. What Defines a Bully?

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23 interventions to supercharge your social work

Save the Social Worker

Argue with self-criticism. List in writing any negative or self-critical thoughts you have about the rejection. Craft rebuttals to each self-criticism you’ve listed. Whenever you have a self critical thought, immediately articulate the relevant counterargument. Revive your self worth. Rejection. Yours truly.

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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. Educator : Social workers educate clients about resources, coping strategies, and life skills to enhance their well-being and self-sufficiency.

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The Dangers of Problem Gambling

Gateway Foundation

This might involve stealing money or valuable possessions or engaging in illegal activities like embezzlement or identity theft. Illegal gambling activities: Some people might engage in illegal gambling activities when attempting to continue gambling or recoup losses.

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Understanding Work Stress Leave in Australia

Psychological Health Care

Fortunately, there is a growing awareness of the issue with organisations such as Safe Work Australia , Mind Your Head , unions and Government organisations placing a spotlight on prevention of harm and management of workplace mental health. In Australia, workplaces are required to manage factors that can harm mental health.