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Crisis Prevention and Intervention in the Age of COVID-19

Relias

Rates of depression and anxiety among Americans skyrocketed between 2020 and 2022. As such, crisis intervention and prevention has never been more top of mind. Left unaddressed, mental health conditions brought by this pandemic could spiral into crisis. Substance Use Disorders and COVID-19. Domestic violence.

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988, Behavioral Health Services, and Better Crisis Response

Relias

Those across the United States experiencing or witnessing a mental health crisis will now have a dedicated line to call and talk with a trained counselor. This has the potential to positively impact the state of crisis prevention and intervention in the U.S. 988, Behavioral Health, and Better Crisis Response.

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Members in the News – June 29, 2023

Social Workers Speak

A senior crisis intervention specialist who has worked at the Chandler Fire Department for 16 years, Henry (’05 BSW, ’07 MSW) said a crisis can happen lightning fast, anytime and anywhere. That’s a sign of Generalized Anxiety Disorder also known as chronic anxiety.

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Psychologist vs Social Worker: The Differences You Need to Know

Social Work Haven

Psychology may be used to explore issues such as anxiety, depression, or trauma, while social work can help individuals access resources and services to address more practical problems, such as housing or financial assistance. Clinical psychologists focus on diagnosing and treating psychological disorders.

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What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

Social Work Haven

The assessment process enables you to appreciate your client’s perspective on their situation, identify their priority areas for intervention, and recognize the strengths they bring to the therapeutic process. Informed Consent: Social workers get informed consent from clients before initiating any interventions or services.