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The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Transitions to 988

Social Work Blog

As America faces a mental health crisis, the need for suicide prevention services is more imperative than ever. Since 1999, the suicide rate has increased more than 30 percent, with a 10 percent increase among individuals ages 15-24 (National Institute of Mental Health, 2022). KVC Health Systems.

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

Relias

Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, Americans’ mental health has been negatively impacted in several ways. have grown considerably, leading many experts to worry about a potential rise in crisis situations such as suicidal ideation, overdoses, and domestic violence. What Our Survey Uncovered About Crisis Training.

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Crisis Prevention and Intervention in the Age of COVID-19

Relias

Since the COVID-19 pandemic hit American shores in early 2020, mental health experts have worried about its potential effects on those they serve — and with good reason. Measures like social distancing necessary to preserve our physical health took a toll on our mental well-being.

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Review: 101 Careers in Social Work - Third Edition (2019)

Michigan Girl's Café

nonprofit agencies, research, and government), core competencies and skills, educational and licensing requirements, best and challenging aspects of the job, compensation and employment outlook, self-assessment questionnaires and checklist to see if the job would be a good fit based on interest and skills.