Tue.May 30, 2023

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Closing Out Mental Health Awareness Month 2023

My Brains Not Broken

As we reach the end of Mental Health Awareness Month , I’d like to reflect a little bit. I often reflect on the state of mental health; I try to figure out how we, as a society, view mental health and wellness. In the year since the last Mental Health Awareness Month, have we improved things? What does it mean to spread awareness, and are we doing a good enough job?

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Union calls on social workers to strike over council pay offer

Community Care

UNISON is calling on social workers and other council staff in England and Wales to back strikes after opening its industrial action ballot on this year’s council pay offer. A yes vote could lead to walkouts by the union – which represents an estimated 40,000 social workers across the UK – this summer. Fellow union Unite will start balloting members on industrial action shortly, while the third local government union, GMB, is also planning to do so.

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No, 1,000 Texas children won’t die if the state replaces anonymous reporting with confidential reporting

NCCPR Child Welfare Blog

A bill to replace anonymous reporting with confidential reporting has passed the Texas Legislature. I have written often about how the entire debate over what to do about child welfare has been poisoned by “health terrorism,” the misrepresentation of the true nature and scope of a problem in the name of “raising awareness.” I did not make up the term.

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The Gottman Approach to Couples Counselling

Prosper Health Collective

When the presenting issue is a relationship problem, individual therapy is likely to have limited benefit as only half of the relationship is being presented; as an individual in a relationship, you can only do so much to effect change in the relationship. A lack of mutual understanding and effective communication is often the source of problems in a relationship.

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5 Must Haves for Case Management

Thousands of nonprofits rely on case management software to help collect data, manage programs, coordinate with agencies, and provide life-changing health and human services. Adopting a cloud-based case management platform is essential for nonprofits and government agencies to operate more efficiently and make better use of their funding and budget.

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Welcome New Social Workers!

Beyond Advocacy

Congratulations to the thousands of social workers graduating from Master of Social Work programs nationwide. Statistics are being compiled for 2022; however, according to the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) , more than 25,000 social work students graduated from accredited Master of Social Work programs in 2021. If you are among the 2023 graduates, welcome to the noble social work profession.

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Parent Involvement in Therapy

Prosper Health Collective

Why is it important to involve parents and caregivers in child psychology appointments ? Parents play a central role in child therapy and parent participation in therapy can be important for therapeutic outcomes. Given that children are embedded within the family system, an important part of work with children is also working with parents. The level of parental involvement would be dependent of the age and stage of the child’s development and can be flexible to meet the individual needs and goal

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Signs Your Relationship Needs Help

Prosper Health Collective

Relationships are a complex dance between two people and t here is no roadmap for relationships. Difficulties in any relationship are normal. We can be aware of green flags and red flags but there is no clear road sign that says “Hazard” or “Stop”. We must learn how to navigate relationships and how to set them up for success. However, i t is important to recognise the signs when your relationship is struggling and may need some extra help.

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Finding Hope and Healing: 71 Powerful Bible Verses about Depression and Anxiety in Social Work

Social Work Haven

Interestingly, I find myself embarking on a unique journey of faith and healing where I explore Bible verses about depression (KJV) within the realm of social work. In the realm of social work, where our hearts are dedicated to supporting and uplifting those in need, we often encounter individuals facing the heavy burdens of depression and anxiety. These mental health challenges can deeply impact the lives of individuals, families, and communities, and as social workers, it becomes essential for

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4 Ways Mental Healthcare Providers Can Improve Service Quality

Famcare

Did you know that according to statistics , around one billion individuals worldwide suffer from mental health illnesses? Unfortunately, these figures are rising by the day. Such alarming statistics highlight the growing need for mental healthcare professionals to increase their efficacy and improve mental healthcare. Let's look at some suggestions that can help mental healthcare providers improve the quality of their services.

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NCCPR news and commentary round-up, week ending May 30, 2023

NCCPR Child Welfare Blog

--Colorado makes it incredibly difficult for impoverished parents to get their children back – and incredibly easy for foster parents with enough money to keep any child they damn well please. That’s the upshot of this investigation from 9News in Denver. Foster parents have carte blanche to intervene in a case – and play the bonding card – if they have a child in their “care” for just three months.

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Get Connected: Using Social Media for Social Work Success

Speaker: Gary Direnfeld, MSW, RSW.

You may have the clinical skills to manage a private practice, but your success could actually hinge on marketing skills. For a thriving practice, you need to differentiate yourself from others and present yourself in a way that attracts referrals. These days, much of that happens online, including on social media. In this webinar, Gary Direnfeld will discuss how social media marketing can help you build your private practice and grow your client base.

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Finding Inspiration in Social Work: Motivational and Funny Self-Love Quotes

Social Work Haven

Motivational and funny self-love quotes play a significant role in our lives, providing a source of inspiration , encouragement, and a reminder to prioritise our own well-being. In the world of social work, where selflessness and compassion go hand in hand, finding inspiration and maintaining a positive mindset is essential. As social workers, we dedicate our lives to helping others and making a difference in our communities.