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Covid delays in adult safeguarding have led to ‘severe consequences’ for people needing services

Community Care

In line with earlier analyses, the latest report found domestic abuse and self-neglect had risen over the course of the pandemic, along with psychological abuse. Section 42 enquiries concerning psychological abuse fluctuated from 3.1 ” New engagement opportunities. . ” New engagement opportunities.

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Inspiring Occupational Wellness Among Direct Support Professionals

Relias

This is especially the case in the field of intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) care. By providing constant support to persons served while they learn to navigate these difficulties, DSPs face the risk of having their own psychological well-being impacted.

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How does an Occupational Therapist work with autism?

Prosper Health Collective

OT’s work with people of all ages and through all stages of life, with varying physical, cognitive or psychological disabilities and conditions. This can have a significant impact on the way they engage with other people and their ability to perform everyday tasks, or, activities of daily living (ADLs).

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Diversity Spotlight: Sannisha K. Dale, PhD

Society of Clinical Psychology

Dale , a dual licensed clinical psychologist (MA/FL) and Associate Professor at the Department of Psychology at the University of Miami. Dr. Dale earned her Master’s degree in Human Development and Psychology at the Harvard Graduate School of Education in 2005, and completed her Ph.D.

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How to Deal with Loneliness for Better Mental Health

Psychological Health Care

due to illness or disability), or social anxiety (e.g., Chronic illness or disability can also limit a person’s ability to participate in social activities, leading to feelings of loneliness. The psychological impact of loneliness is also significant. living in a remote area), limited mobility (e.g., Life transitions.

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Am I Going Through a Nervous Breakdown?

Beautiful Voyager

A nervous breakdown, also called mental breakdown, refers to the inability to perform functions of daily life due to intense psychological distress. Symptoms of a Nervous Breakdown Various physical, psychological, and behavioral symptoms are present when someone is dealing with a breakdown. Persistent stress from raising children.

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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.