Social Work Blog

MAY 25, 2022

NASW recognizes June as Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness Month. Social workers are the largest group of mental health providers in the United States and treatment of PTSD is one of their specialty areas. Treating PTSD and Co-Occurring Substance Use Disorders Using Prolonged Exposure. June 7, 2022.

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Psychological Health Care

FEBRUARY 12, 2023

Read on to learn more about loneliness, how it can impact your mental health and strategies to overcome feeling lonely. Behavioural symptoms – decreased motivation, changes in eating habits, and increased substance abuse. Mental health issues. What is Loneliness?

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Stop Abuse Campaign

MAY 16, 2022

When it comes to our mental health, every person has different resources for managing it and coping. Adverse Childhood Experiences may challenge a person’s mental health every day, from waking up to falling asleep. No doubt these are harming our nation’s mental health. The current mental health system.

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Bipolar Bandit

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Since its original description over 160 years ago, Bipolar Disorder has been a tough diagnosis to make accurately. At different times called “circular insanity,” “manic depressive psychosis,” and “manic depression,” Bipolar Disorder was not officially recognized as a standalone mental illness until 1980.

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Gateway Foundation

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

When a patient with substance use disorder (SUD) visits, it’s essential to talk to them in a way that shows sensitivity and empathy while avoiding stigmatizing language. Use People-First Language Patient communication in substance use disorders starts with people-first language.

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Beautiful Voyager

JANUARY 29, 2022

I begin looking further into more advanced rehabs, but research has shown me that I couldn’t find one mental rehabilitation center that accepted Medicaid or Medicare in the US. The only ones I could find that took my insurance was a drug and alcohol rehab, that also treated secondary mental health issues. This is a problem.

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Stop Abuse Campaign

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Mental illness is common among homeless people, but the most common diagnoses include substance abuse and mood disorders. Brian seems to fall into this category; I have known him for years; he suffers from Substance Abuse Disorder, maybe mood disorders, too, but he isn’t psychotic.

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Famcare

DECEMBER 7, 2022

But what happens when an adult child turns out to have mental health concerns, substance abuse disorder, or financial or employment issues? They attend to infants, young children, and teenagers, all the while telling themselves that there will be time enough for themselves when their kids are grown.

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Stop Abuse Campaign

MAY 10, 2022

Almost an epidemic, it is one of the most common mental disorders that significantly affects the quality of people’s lives. This May, the Mental Health Awareness month, we’re addressing anxiety symptoms, causes, and treatments, so that you can help yourself and those you care about if you’re struggling with anxiety.

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Gateway Foundation

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), 20.4 million people aged 12 or older experienced a substance use disorder (SUD) in 2019. Addiction is a pervasive issue in our society, and it affects people from all walks of life, including religious people.

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Relias

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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Beautiful Voyager

JANUARY 3, 2022

In the past, mental health experts used many terms such as depression, anxiety, and acute stress disorder to refer to a nervous breakdown. Etiology may include mental health disorders such as anxiety disorder, depression, or schizophrenia. Psychosis, e.g., paranoia, hallucinations, or delusions.

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Relias

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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Stop Abuse Campaign

JANUARY 13, 2022

Although many people may still feel that there is a stigma attached to seeking mental health services, we all need help from time to time. It is essentially a helping relationship between a licensed mental health professional and a client. Bipolar disorder. Trauma or abuse history or PTSD. Eating disorders.

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Stop Abuse Campaign

APRIL 30, 2022

When thinking about how parental mental illness can affect family members, the landmark CDC/Kaiser Permanente study on ACEs defined “mental illness” to include everything from eating disorders and depression to more chronic conditions that completely distort a person’s perception of themselves and reality.

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Famcare

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

I believe that a nationwide effort to make these medications available to anyone trapped in this particular substance abuse disorder should be a number-one priority for the social work profession at large.”

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Stop Abuse Campaign

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Mental illness is common among homeless people, but the most common diagnoses include substance abuse and mood disorders. Brian seems to fall into this category; I have known him for years; he suffers from Substance Abuse Disorder, maybe mood disorders, too, but he isn’t psychotic.

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Counselor Toolbox podcast

NOVEMBER 11, 2017

Mental Disorders Caused by Addiction Instructor: Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes Executive Director: AllCEUs.com, Counselor Education and Training Podcast Host: Counselor Toolbox & Happiness Isn’t Brain Surgery Objectives ~ Define Alcohol Related Brain Damage ~ Explore how an awareness of ARBD is vital for mental health as well as addiction counselors ~ (..)

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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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Blurt It Out

AUGUST 30, 2023

There is evidence to suggest that anxiety, as well as other mental health conditions, such as obsessive compulsive disorder can be inherited genetically. Research indicates that genetic factors contribute to around 30-40% [1] of the risk for developing anxiety disorders. How Much Of Anxiety Is Genetic?

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Famcare

APRIL 26, 2023

I believe that a nationwide effort to make these medications available to anyone trapped in this particular substance abuse disorder should be a number-one priority for the social work profession at large.”

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Relias

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Perhaps even more concerning for the future, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) estimated that over 5% of the total AI/AN population in 2019 struggled with opioid misuse. These programs may lack sufficient resources for mental health and addiction treatment.

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Social Workers Speak

JUNE 29, 2023

One, certainly to respond to mental health issues in the appropriate way and two, to really avoid and avert any kinds of encounters that can turn violent … and we understand that these encounters don’t necessarily have to happen,” Wilson said. That’s a sign of Generalized Anxiety Disorder also known as chronic anxiety.

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Relias

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.” The main purpose is to effectively address and treat co-occurring and chronic mental health, substance use, and medical disorders.

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Social Workers Speak

APRIL 20, 2023

DiMario sponsoring two bills to recruit more mental health professionals What’s Up Newport “Social workers are uniquely trained professionals who are very much needed right now, especially in our schools,” said Rebekah Gewirtz with the National Association of Social Workers RI. Contact Gov. I’ve been with Sullivan County since 1985.

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Social Work Haven

DECEMBER 4, 2022

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 in Mental Health Settings” by Kevin J.

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Stop Abuse Campaign

JUNE 19, 2022

I have Bipolar 1 disorder and am on many medications to keep me stable. My wife is understanding of this and my mental illness. Mental Health America (MHA) is the nation’s leading community-based nonprofit dedicated to addressing the needs of those with mental illness and promoting overall mental health.

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Social Work Haven

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Counsellor : They provide counselling and emotional support to individuals and families facing a wide range of challenges, including mental health issues, addiction, and crisis situations. Therapist : Clinical social workers provide therapy to individuals, couples, and families, addressing mental health and emotional challenges.

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Stop Abuse Campaign

MAY 26, 2022

← When to talk to children about sexual abuse. May is Mental Health Awareness Month. The Stop Abuse Campaign persists in its efforts to raise awareness and reduce the stigma associated with mental health issues. Clinical Depression (AKA Major Depressive Disorder).

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Stop Abuse Campaign

APRIL 7, 2022

During the years of abuse, children are more likely to experience: . A tendency to develop a mental health condition like anxiety and/or depression . Consequences of Childhood Emotional Abuse. The ACE study found just under 11% of participants experienced emotional abuse. Feeling fearful most or all of the time .

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Social Workers Speak

APRIL 20, 2023

DiMario sponsoring two bills to recruit more mental health professionals What’s Up Newport “Social workers are uniquely trained professionals who are very much needed right now, especially in our schools,” said Rebekah Gewirtz with the National Association of Social Workers RI. Contact Gov. I’ve been with Sullivan County since 1985.

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Psychological Health Care

AUGUST 11, 2021

Other leading causes include physical or emotional abuse, work/time pressures and physical health or mental health issues. As a result, relationship problems can contribute to emotional disorders such as anxiety , depression, unresolved grief , substance abuse, anger management and weight control.

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Society of Clinical Psychology

AUGUST 3, 2018

At the same time, perceptions regarding the risks of cannabis use have decreased (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, 2014). In view of these trends, it is of considerable public health importance to delineate the potential risks of cannabis use. References Cited. JAMA Psychiatry.

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Social Work Haven

MAY 30, 2023

These mental health challenges can deeply impact the lives of individuals, families, and communities, and as social workers, it becomes essential for us to explore holistic approaches to healing. By understanding the intersection of faith and mental health, we can better support individuals on their path to recovery.

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Psychological Health Care

AUGUST 31, 2020

To help reduce these shocking figures, it’s important to raise awareness of suicide risk and boost mental health services and support for those who are at risk of becoming suicidal. Other mental health conditions such as anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. Substance abuse problems.

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Counselor Toolbox podcast

JANUARY 28, 2018

Objectives ~ Review the data about substance abuse and gambling issues in older adults ~ Review screening for substance use and mental health disorders in the elderly ~ Identify risk factors for SA and MH issues ~ Review placement and treatment issues specific to older adults Objectives ~ Review the data about substance abuse and gambling issues in (..)

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Relias

OCTOBER 3, 2022

How disasters can affect behavioral and mental health. While some disaster survivors can resume normal life after the end of the event, many others encounter adverse behavioral and mental health effects. These can include anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and more.

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