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Crisis Prevention and Intervention in the Age of COVID-19

Relias

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. Domestic violence. Domestic Violence. Prior to the pandemic, domestic violence was already a worldwide issue.

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988, Behavioral Health Services, and Better Crisis Response

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The overarching reason for the creation of 988 is to increase access to mental healthcare nationwide. And as rates of issues such as substance use disorder, domestic violence, and suicide continue to rise as a result of COVID-19 and its aftermath, 988 needs to become a part of how behavioral health organizations operate.

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The State of Crisis Prevention and Intervention Training and What it Means for Your Staff

Relias

have grown considerably, leading many experts to worry about a potential rise in crisis situations such as suicidal ideation, overdoses, and domestic violence. Implemented in July 2022, the 988 hotline was created to increase access to behavioral healthcare and crisis intervention services nationwide.

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What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

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This includes linking clients with essential services such as food banks, healthcare, unemployment support, and benefit programs like food stamps. This includes defending individuals’ rights and addressing issues such as poverty, mental health, domestic violence, disability rights and substance abuse.