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Reducing Workplace Violence in Nursing & Healthcare

Relias

Workplace violence is an all-too-common problem in healthcare, and the recent shooting in a Tulsa, Oklahoma, hospital complex serves as the latest tragic example. Even more alarming, the report found that healthcare accounts for nearly as many violent injuries as all other industries combined. Lateral Violence.

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Crisis Prevention and Intervention in the Age of COVID-19

Relias

As such, crisis intervention and prevention has never been more top of mind. To better understand the effects of the pandemic on crisis situations and the associated methods of prevention and intervention, we will discuss the following crisis situations: Substance use disorder. Domestic violence. Domestic Violence.

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The State of Crisis Prevention and Intervention Training and What it Means for Your Staff

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have grown considerably, leading many experts to worry about a potential rise in crisis situations such as suicidal ideation, overdoses, and domestic violence. What We Mean by Crisis Prevention and Intervention. The rates of anxiety and depression in the U.S. What Our Survey Uncovered About Crisis Training.

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Maternal Mental Health Matters: A Neglected but Vital Issue

Relias

Many factors contribute to this neglect, such as stigma, lack of awareness, lack of resources, lack of training, and lack of coordination among healthcare providers. Healthcare professionals play a key role in screening, referring, treating, and following up with mothers who are struggling with their mental health.

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What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

Social Work Haven

The assessment process enables you to appreciate your client’s perspective on their situation, identify their priority areas for intervention, and recognize the strengths they bring to the therapeutic process. Informed Consent: Social workers get informed consent from clients before initiating any interventions or services.

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Ep. 79 – Early Intervention Social Work and What Makes a Happy Ending

Social Work Discoveries

In this episode, Mim and Lis explore a story from a social worker in the Early Intervention space. We hear what Early Intervention is, and the approaches for supporting families before their situation reaches a crisis point. Learn more about the Targeted Earlier Intervention Programs discussed in this episode. Would they agree?

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988, Behavioral Health Services, and Better Crisis Response

Relias

This has the potential to positively impact the state of crisis prevention and intervention in the U.S. The overarching reason for the creation of 988 is to increase access to mental healthcare nationwide. Through these services, crisis intervention and prevention efforts across the country could see a serious boost.