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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). The most common methods of non-suicidal self-harm are cutting (70%) or scratching, deliberately hitting the body on a hard surface, punching, hitting or slapping one’s self, and biting or burning.

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News Items – February 2, 2023

Social Workers Speak

Juliana Palyok is executive director of NASW-SC: Bill harms workers The Post and Courier The National Association of Social Workers South Carolina Chapter is strongly against the proposed House bill H.3515 However, it would harm thousands of South Carolina residents who use the services of social workers each day.

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News Items – June 17, 2022

Social Workers Speak

Cynthia Schwartzberg is a member: Deprogramming Self-Destruction to Find Inner Joy with Brainspotting. The book can also help therapists with their clients. Exercises at the end of each chapter are a journey of self-discovery to find your authentic self.

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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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News Items – February 2, 2023

Social Workers Speak

Juliana Palyok is executive director of NASW-SC: Bill harms workers The Post and Courier The National Association of Social Workers South Carolina Chapter is strongly against the proposed House bill H.3515 However, it would harm thousands of South Carolina residents who use the services of social workers each day.

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News Items – September 30, 2021

Social Workers Speak

A new report from court-appointed watchdogs details how children in foster care are subjected to unlicensed and dangerous placements, exposed to sexual abuse or engaged in self harm, and administered incorrect or improper amounts of medication. Denton Record-Chronicle (TX). The project is funded by a $1.5 million grant from the U.S.