Social Work Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2024

UPDATE: On December 4, 2024 the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments on whether to uphold a Tennessee law that bans transgender care. A decision is expected in the spring or early summer of 2025. We will update members once a decision has been announced. Background The National Association of Social workers (NASW) partnered with the American Psychological Association (APA), and Kentucky Psychological Association (KPA) to file an amicus brief to the Supreme Court of the United States in the ma

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Shelter, Inc

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Children are incredibly resilient, but that resilience can often be tested when they experience trauma. For many young people, the emotional scars of trauma can last a lifetime, affecting their mental health, relationships, and overall quality of life. This is especially true for children who have faced extreme circumstances such as abuse, neglect, or loss, often as part of child welfare systems.

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Nnatasha Tracy

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Did you know guilt and shame, though often confused, have drastically different effects on your mental health? While guilt can guide you toward growth, toxic shame tears you down, harming your self-worth and relationships. Discover the psychological differences between these emotions, why shame is so toxic, and practical steps to overcome it in this revealing article.

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Community Care

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll. Approved mental health professionals (AMHPs) have voiced concerns about the impact on their safety of a national police policy of not attending most mental health incidents. In some areas, AMHPs are attending mental health callouts in pairs because of a lack of police involvement, in the light of the introduction of the right care, right person (RCRP) policy, but this is not always possible

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Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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