The Critical Blog

APRIL 20, 2021

Through Caroline, we get to know her eldest son, Tim, who had bipolar disorder. The mental health services Tim encountered were chaotic, inaccessible, and unsafe. Like many other people with mental illness, he joined an endless waiting list. Tim never seemed to be the right kind of ill to get the help he needed.

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Social Work Blog

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Depression is a very common and serious mental health condition that can significantly impact a person’s ability to function in all aspects of life. In fact, those with other health conditions such as cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and substance use disorder are also at greater risk of developing depression [1].

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Social Work Blog

JANUARY 26, 2023

Department of Health and Human Services published guidelines that warned against fast tapering due to the risk of suicide. She emphasizes that social workers play a critical role in helping people manage their chronic pain, as well as those who may have developed an opioid misuse disorder.

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Relias

JULY 5, 2023

Department of Health and Human Services found that a 10% increase in opioid-related overdose deaths directly corresponded with a 4.4% Some highlights of the Family First Prevention Services Act include: 1. Services to prevent foster care These services help reduce the need for foster care in the first place.

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JULY 13, 2023

Although many older adults remain mentally healthy, the World Health Organization says about 15% of adults over 60 have a mental disorder. Yet many older adults may go undiagnosed and untreated because of misinformation, false beliefs about aging, and the stigma associated with mental health issues, as Daniel D.

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SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

September is National Suicide Prevention Month, when mental health advocates, prevention organizations, survivors, allies, and community members unite to promote suicide prevention awareness. It is easy to see how each hardship can lead to the next, finally resulting in unhealthy coping mechanisms, such as substance use disorders.

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OCTOBER 31, 2022

has one of the highest rates of mental health and substance use issues. While Americans are more likely than people in many other countries to seek help for these issues, they are also more likely to be unable to access care due to high costs or lack of mental health practitioners in their area.

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OCTOBER 31, 2022

has one of the highest rates of mental health and substance use issues. While Americans are more likely than people in many other countries to seek help for these issues, they are also more likely to be unable to access care due to high costs or lack of mental health practitioners in their area.

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Relias

JULY 25, 2023

The impact of COVID-19 on behavioral health While Americans dealt with the effects of these dramatic developments, 40% of adults reported struggling with mental health or substance use in late June 2020, as reported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Racial trauma became more widely recognized and discussed.

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MARCH 12, 2024

Individuals affected by collective trauma may also exhibit symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, or other mental health disorders. The trauma can manifest in somatic complaints, exacerbating physical health conditions.

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Relias

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Whether they are natural or man-made disasters, human services professionals must prepare accordingly. To help your organization provide the best response possible, we’ve put together this resource on disaster behavioral health. How disasters can affect behavioral and mental health. Disasters happen.

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JANUARY 24, 2023

According to Congress: “This act directs the Department of Justice (DOJ) to develop scenario-based training curricula (or identify existing curricula) that includes topics such as alternatives to the use of force, de-escalation tactics, and safely responding to an individual experiencing a mental, behavioral health, or suicidal crisis.

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NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Prevalent comorbidities among those with autism ADHD Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism often co-occur. Sleep disorders Sleep disorders present in individuals with autism far more commonly than their neurotypical peers. Researchers have yet to figure out why these two conditions so often coexist.

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Gateway Foundation

JANUARY 22, 2024

The Substance Use Prevention and Recovery (SUPR) division of the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) provides funds for qualified treatment and recovery support centers. Thanks to SUPR grants, Illinois can expand and improve its substance use disorder treatment efforts.

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Relias

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Department of Health and Human Services Office of Minority Health (OMH) reported that 42.1% of citizens identifying as American Indian or Alaska Native relied on Medicaid or other public health insurance, and 14.9% on Medicaid or public health insurance and only 6.3% In 2019, the U.S. had no coverage at all.

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JUNE 28, 2023

According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), integrated care is defined as “the systematic coordination of general and behavioral healthcare.” Integrated care is a best practice model that combines evidence-based medical and behavioral healthcare services at one point of entry.

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NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Safety planning has proven an effective means of supporting those struggling with mental health crises, abusive relationships, or other forms of trauma. Substance use disorder. Substance use disorders and safety planning. The ramifications of these substance use disorders go beyond the individual.

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NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Safety planning has proven an effective means of supporting those struggling with mental health crises, abusive relationships, or other forms of trauma. Substance use disorder. Substance use disorders and safety planning. The ramifications of these substance use disorders go beyond the individual.

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Social Work Blog

JUNE 1, 2023

Those most affected by these harsh and reactionary policies tend to be vulnerable populations known as “folk devils”—young people, public assistance recipients, immigrants, LGBTQ individuals, those with mental illness, and illicit drug users—groups that have long served as feared targets of moral condemnation.

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AUGUST 30, 2023

This has been especially true for psychology, where mental health has traditionally been seen as something wholly separate from physical health. Recently, however, research has uncovered just how connected every aspect of health truly is. This can include allergies, history of substance use disorder, insurance, and more.

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FEBRUARY 2, 2024

From helping individuals with substance use disorders to providing a framework to quit smoking, or any other addictive behavior, this model has proven efficacious. As a mental health practitioner, you can create a specific and acceptable action plan, along with a timeline for its implementation.

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APRIL 6, 2022

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. Substance Use Disorders and COVID-19.

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The International Association Of Schools Of Social

MARCH 27, 2022

She has over 20 years of experience in children’s mental health including Clinical Director. COVID-19 has accelerated trends towards digital communication in human services. This talk discusses the ethical challenges for social workers, for whom human relationships lie at the heart of their work. Moderator: Prof.

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Social Workers Speak

JULY 29, 2022

The new program is designed to help attract and retain doctors, nurse practitioners, and other clinicians who care for New Yorkers with mental health or substance use needs as the U.S. faces a national mental health professional shortage. These two mental health professionals met on Facebook and immediately clicked.

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Social Workers Speak

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

The State of Mental Health: Advocates Say Connecticut Needs a New Prescription. The National Association of Social Workers Connecticut believes the staffing shortages are pushing the state’s public health system to the brink. Mental health is a person-powered field. NBC Connecticut. The Connecticut Examiner.

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Social Workers Speak

MARCH 3, 2022

Social workers have been finding shelter for homeless covid patients, providing treatment for people with addiction disorders made more challenging by pandemic-related social isolation, and comforting bereaved family members who have lost loved ones to the twin epidemics of covid and opioids. Should social workers work with police?

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AUGUST 22, 2023

Regulation and financial, administrative hurdles From a financial perspective, the rates don’t always stretch far enough to pay for services supporting a whole-person approach. Those working with individuals with substance use disorders, for example, know that dependency doesn’t exist in isolation.

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JANUARY 3, 2023

Many individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) have some level of difficulty with social communication and interaction skills. Better manage their own mental health. They may find it difficult to engage in conversations, understand implied social rules, respond to nonverbal cues, or see others’ perspective.

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NOVEMBER 25, 2022

Psychiatric issues, including depression, anxiety, posttraumatic stress disorder, and problematic substance use are more common with suicide losses compared to other types of losses. Physical health complications are also more common and may be linked to ineffective coping methods and lack of self-care.

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FEBRUARY 9, 2024

As a mental health professional, it is your role to instill a sense of possibility and capability in them. Affirmations not only help establish rapport with clients but also serve as a potent tool, particularly for those dealing with substance use disorders.

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MAY 31, 2023

Disparities in LGBTQ+ youth mental health have been a growing concern among human services organizations for some time. Because of these disparities in mental health outcomes for LGBTQ+ youth, it’s crucial that human services providers understand how to best serve this population.

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KVC

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

KVC Missouri and Great Circle, two nonprofits with a shared mission to provide high-quality children’s mental health and family services, have finalized the agreement that will guide their integration. We can truly transform the face of foster care and mental health.” KVC Missouri hopes to be part of the solution.

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Social Workers Speak

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Victor Armstrong is a member: Victor Armstrong to lead North Carolina health equity efforts. Victor Armstrong is the first chief health equity officer at the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services. Kristine Reynolds is a member: Fourth COVID wave taking a toll on health care workers.

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JUNE 19, 2023

From counseling individuals with mental health disorders to helping vulnerable children and families access critical resources, your organization and the behavioral health professionals you employ perform a wide range of important work. As demand for behavioral health providers increases across the U.S.

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JANUARY 24, 2024

To help professionals in this system, let’s explore the intersection of rehabilitation and mental health and cover the keys to providing trauma-informed care for juvenile offenders. Why trauma-informed care for juvenile offenders is important The juvenile justice system has a high number of youth with behavioral health issues.

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JUNE 19, 2023

From counseling individuals with mental health disorders to helping vulnerable children and families access critical resources, your organization and the behavioral health professionals you employ perform a wide range of important work. As demand for behavioral health providers increases across the U.S.

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Social Workers Speak

JULY 7, 2023

Victor Armstrong is a member of NASW-NC: The importance of culturally-relevant training in mental health care WFAE For the past nine weeks, WFAE’s series “ Fractured ” has been exploring problems with North Carolina’s mental health system. Inequities in the system include disparities in access and quality of care.

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