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6 Principles of Trauma-Informed Care

Relias

Trauma-informed care acknowledges the resilience and strength of people who have survived trauma and honors their diverse coping strategies and preferences to provide more effective care. Trauma can increase the risk of chronic diseases, mental health disorders, substance use, and suicidal behavior.

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Transforming the Views on OCD

MQ Mental Health

At twenty-seven years old, I was diagnosed with OCD (Obsessive-compulsive Disorder). As a young black man with an invisible disability, I was shocked at the reception, and since sharing my articles, a diverse range of people have reached out to me. billion a year, of which anxiety disorders, including OCD, cost £9.8

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What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

Social Work Haven

Additionally, you may refer clients to other resources and professionals, including support groups and medical practitioners, based on their diverse needs. Respect for Individuality: Recognising Diversity: Social workers respect the uniqueness of each client. They adapt their practices to be culturally sensitive and respectful.

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Is “Abnormal Psychology” Really all that Abnormal?

Society of Clinical Psychology

An assumption held by many—including many mental health professionals—is that people who suffer from one or more mental disorders constitute a small, troubled minority. Research from the Dunedin Multidisciplinary Health and Development Study, however, suggests that mental disorders may not be as uncommon as previously thought.

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Improving Employment for Workers With Autism

Relias

With the right support and accommodations, individuals with autism can succeed in the workplace and help create a more diverse and productive organization. Studies have shown that somewhere from 50% to 80% of adults with autism also live with anxiety disorders, making communication difficult.

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All You Need To Know About Social Work Articles

Social Work Haven

In social work, various articles cover topics such as social work articles on mental health, social work articles on domestic violence, social work articles on learning disabilities, medical social work articles, school social work articles and clinical social work articles. Social Work Quotes. Some of these articles are free to access.

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Dr. Cristina Mogro-Wilson Named Editor-in-Chief of Families in Society Journal

University of Connecticut

Addressing the challenges that families face today, including socio-economic disparities, racism, substance misuse and behavioral health disorders, requires an evidence-informed approach that is grounded in social change through the lens of advancing equity. Jody Levison-Johnson, president and CEO of Social Current.