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GuestPost: Surviving a Major Bipolar Depressive Episode and Finding a Purpose in my Life by Becky Rowland

Bipolar Bandit

I had mental illness episodes of extreme anxiety, depression, mania, and psychosis at different times from 1983-1992. I was finally diagnosed with bipolar disorder in 1992 after I faced disciplinary action while a graduate counseling student because I had disabling symptoms of psychosis.

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5 Reasons Children Bully and How Parents Can Help

KVC

Both children who bully and targets of bullying are at a greater risk for mental and behavioral health issues, including anxiety, depression, substance abuse, sleep difficulties, lower academic achievement and dropping out of school. Words can hurt. Why Do Kids Bully? . The reasons children bully can be difficult to pinpoint.

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Anger Management Strategies for Children: How to Deescalate Your Angry Child

Psychological Health Care

Some children, particularly those who have anxiety, or who may have a developmental disability such as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) or Autism Spectrum Disorder, can experience more frequent and severe outbursts of anger. Anger is not a negative emotion, rather it is how it is expressed that matters.

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What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

Social Work Haven

Researcher : Some social workers engage in research to better understand social issues, evaluate programs, and inform policy development. Empathy and Active Listening: Empathetic Attitude: Social workers approach their clients with genuine empathy, recognising the emotions and experiences that clients may be going through.

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Best Reflective Log Example | End of Placement

Social Work Haven

It supports adults over the age of 18 who have a learning disability by signposting individuals with care and support needs to the relevant resources. To be eligible for services, an adult over the age of 18 must have a learning disability which should have occurred before adulthood.

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Are You Struggling With a Social Worker Personal Statement?

Social Work Haven

For instance, I signposted an adult with learning disabilities to befriending services to help him improve upon his interpersonal skills and widen his social network. Recommended Books Best Social Work Books Every Student Must Read is a great article full of highly recommended and engaging books.

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Why Did It Take Me So Long To Accept My Mental Health Medication?

Beautiful Voyager

Even though I chose to engage in these projects, they fueled me with a mix of excitement, joy, stress and increased anxiety. Leading me to feeling depressed, tired and sad. Studies and publications argue that it isn’t your personality that is changing but rather your feelings of depression and anxiety. I know it helps me.