Sat.Oct 09, 2021 - Fri.Oct 15, 2021

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What Is Clinical Depression, And What Does It Look Like?

My Brains Not Broken

Note: This is a guest post I wrote that previously appeared on Prairie Health’s blog. As someone who has lived with clinical depression for almost a decade, I’ve learned a lot about what depression is, what it means to me, and how it looks in my day-to-day life. One of the most important things that’s helped me manage my clinical depression is to do research on what it is, why it’s different from other forms of depression, and what that means for me.

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Get involved with the Social Work Research Podcast

Martin Webber

We're setting up a working group to help shape the future of the Social Work Research Podcast.

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7 Tips To Attract Social Work Recruiters to Your LinkedIn Profile

The New Social Worker

Social work recruiters can find you more readily if you follow these 7 tips for maximizing your visibility on the LinkedIn platform. Harleny Vasquez, LMSW, SIFI, shows you how to target recruiters in an intentional way.

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International projects – call for project applications

The International Association Of Schools Of Social

International projects – call for project applications. International Schools of Social Work (IASSW) annually invites proposals for projects, designed to advance social work education internationally. Grants of up to US $4.000 are available for proposals submitted by IASSW members that can be expected to contribute to the implementation of the IASSW Mission Statement, and to the enhancement of cooperation among schools of social work world-wide.

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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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Finalists announced for Social Worker of the Year Awards

Social Work Awards

The wait is over for social workers across the country as the final shortlist for this year’s Social Worker of the Year Awards has been revealed. The shortlist, which features 52 outstanding practitioners, teams and organisations in 11 categories, was chosen by an independent judging panel made up of young care leavers, social workers, industry leaders and people with lived experience of social work.

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The numbers are - literally - unreal! Chapin Hall adds a “warning label” to a bad graphic about child abuse – but it’s still misleading

NCCPR Child Welfare Blog

About a month ago, I wrote a column for The Imprint calling out several organizations for using a grossly misleading graphic that exaggerates the rate of physical and sexual child abuse. In fact, two-thirds of the numbers in the graphic are, literally, made up. The creators of the graphic, from the University of New Hampshire, decided to give the actual rate of known neglect, but double the rate of physical abuse and triple the rate of sexual abuse.

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Early signs of depression

Prosper Health Collective

It’s important to know what the early signs of depression are, so you can seek help sooner, which in turn can help you re-engage in a more meaningful life. Often a by-product of a more meaningful life is a decrease in depression symptomatology. In short, the early signs of depression are symptoms of depression, but less marked in severity or frequency.

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REVIEW: The Mixed Messages of “Maid”—New Netflix Series Addresses Domestic Abuse, Poverty, and Social Work

The New Social Worker

Maid, an October 2021 release on Netflix, provides an opportunity to learn about domestic abuse, poverty, and social work. However, the series is not representative of all the complexities social workers see in real life.

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How to recruit and retain great care staff

Social Care

"Although we are here to care for our residents, staff are equally important.". Challenges worth overcoming. Staff recruitment and retention remain long-standing challenges for the care sector, with the coronavirus pandemic adding to the difficulties many providers face. Throughout my 14-year career at Cygnet Health Care, I have held management positions at various services and managed to reduce staff turnover figures to very low or zero within a year.

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Seminar #106: The Satyr and the Unmentionable

What a Shrink Thinks

This content is for members only. Become a member now by purchasing Seminar Level – Annual, Seminar Level — One Month Only, Seminar Level Monthly to get access to this content.

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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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Worst care homes more likely to have poorest residents, official data shows

The Guardian

Sixty-nine per cent of people in ‘inadequate’ homes in England have their bills paid for by the state The worst care homes are more likely to house the poorest residents, according to official data released for the first time revealing the impact of England’s two-tier social care system. Sixty-nine per cent of people who live in care homes in England rated as “inadequate” by Care Quality Commission inspectors have their bills paid by the state because of their limited means, the Office for Natio

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Key Steps to Building Confidence as a New Social Worker

The New Social Worker

Have you felt insecure in your role as a new social worker, or in a new social work role? Dr. Veronica Hardy discusses how to build your confidence in meetings and other situations within your new role.

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IFSW is delighted to be the new publisher for The International Journal of Social Work Values and Ethics (IJSWVE)

International Federation of Social Workers

Founded in 2004 as the The Journal of Social Work Values and Ethics, the journal aims to examine the ethical and values issues that impact and are interwoven with social work practice, research, and theory development. Rory Truell, IFSW Secretary-General, said: ‘We thank the IJSWVE Board for this new partnership and we look forward to […].

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Protection, prevention and peace of mind this winter

Social Care

"Our exit from this public health crisis was always going to be a marathon rather than a sprint, even after the arrival of safe, effective COVID-19 vaccines." [Image created by freepik.com ]. Playing the long game. Patience is a virtue, they say. For many frontline care workers, it has been a necessity. Although coronavirus restrictions have greatly eased in care homes and many other settings, life is still not entirely back to normal.

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Austerity in England linked to more than 50,000 extra deaths in five years

The Guardian

Researchers looked at 2010-2015 when Cameron cuts to NHS and social care were starting to bite Austerity cuts to the NHS, public health and social care have killed tens of thousands more people in England than expected, according to the largest study of its kind. Researchers who analysed the joint impact of cuts to healthcare, public health and social care since 2010 found that even in just the following four years the spending squeeze was linked with 57,550 more deaths than would have been expe

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Health Literacy: A Social Worker’s Role as Patient Advocate

The New Social Worker

Social workers can play critical roles in promoting health literacy. The profession’s emphasis on empowerment and social justice, along with our systems approach, makes social workers ideally suited for this role.

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NCCPR news and commentary round-up, week ending October 13, 2021

NCCPR Child Welfare Blog

We begin with three important follow-up stories ? Florida’s family policing agency, the Department of Children and Families, has, in effect, confirmed the findings of a USA Today Network investigation that found DCF ignored widespread abuse in foster care. According to USA Today’s follow-up story: After a USA TODAY investigation in March brought to light more than 4,000 records detailing such complaints that had been kept secret from the public, DCF conducted an internal review of more than 1,10

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#Disclosure Seminar, October 8th, 2021 – Recordings, Resources, and Certificate of Attendance

Irish Socail Worker

Section One: Voices From Research. Section One is available to watch here. Section Two: Report Launch. Section Two is available to watch here. Section Three: Voices From Experience, Voices From the Field, Keynote Address. Section 3 is available to watch here. Barriers or Pathways Research Report Launched on the Day. Barriers of Pathways Report Download.

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Why I decided to take the COVID-19 vaccine

Social Care

A difficult beginning. My name is Sofija Igonkina, from Latvia. I have been living in England for 15 years. I'm a nurse and I work in Evergreen nursing home in Hastings. I want to share my story about why I had the COVID-19 vaccine and why I'm going to get a booster jab this winter. Last year was very difficult for everyone, particularly at the beginning of the pandemic when we went into lockdown.

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Second Season Episode 29: Dr. Lydia S. Dugdale on the Lost Art of Dying

Hospice Chaplaincy

In Today’s episode, Saul and Joe talk with Dr. Lydia.S. Dugdale. Dr. Dugdale is the Director of the Center for Clinical Continue Reading.

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Domestic violence awareness matters

National Casa Gal

National CASA/GAL believes every child deserves to grow up in a safe and loving home where they have the opportunity to thrive. So, when we hear or read stories about domestic violence during the month of October or throughout the year, we shouldn’t be afraid to talk about it with others. Read More. The post Domestic violence awareness matters appeared first on National CASA/GAL Association for Children.

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Gambling Addiction and Race: Who Is the Most Affected?

Gateway Foundation

Gambling addictions can become a serious problem for many people, leading to financial issues and creating distance and tension with family members. Studies have shown that gambling addictions and race are related, with certain ethnicities being more affected and prone to developing an addiction. Several factors, such as mental health or family situations, can mean… The post Gambling Addiction and Race: Who Is the Most Affected?

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AFRICAN JOURNAL OF SOCIAL WORK (AJSW)

The International Association Of Schools Of Social

Call for Papers for a Research Methodology Special Issue to be Published in August 2022. Call details (PDF) | Call details (Web page). The process to decolonize social work has produced significant outcomes, including, but not limited to a crop of African social workers who are clear about what decolonization is and why it is necessary. This has increased understanding and appreciation of indigenization, as already being reflected in research, teaching and practice of social work in Africa.

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School Luncheons: Healthy Chicken Tortilla Soup

Kylie the Creative Social Worker

Does your school do staff luncheons? Sometimes it can be difficult to figure out what to contribute. Every year my elementary school posts a sign-up sheet for monthly luncheons. They are meant to celebrate that… The post School Luncheons: Healthy Chicken Tortilla Soup appeared first on Kylie The Creative Social Worker | All rights reserved.

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William Elliott Discusses New York City’s Child Savings Account Program

Michigan Social Work

Professor William Elliott is quoted in a New York Times article about the effects of Child Savings Accounts. New York City has announced a pilot program in which a savings account with $100 will be opened for every public school kindergartener. Elliott describes how even these small amounts can significantly increase a child’s likelihood of going to college, in part by offering students and parents a sense of both possibility and control.

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Ask Nicole: Prepping for Your Consultant/Partner Discovery Call

Nicole Clark Consulting

Have a question you’d like to be featured? Let me know. After searching the internet, asking your networks for referrals, and scouring social media, you’ve finally found someone or a team that you can see your organization working with. Checking out their website, social media presence, and testimonials is the first step. The next step [.]. The post Ask Nicole: Prepping for Your Consultant/Partner Discovery Call appeared first on Nicole Clark Consulting.

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International projects – call for project applications

The International Association Of Schools Of Social

International projects – call for project applications. International Schools of Social Work (IASSW) annually invites proposals for projects, designed to advance social work education internationally. Grants of up to US $4.000 are available for proposals submitted by IASSW members that can be expected to contribute to the implementation of the IASSW Mission Statement, and to the enhancement of cooperation among schools of social work world-wide.

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PTSD.Treatment Is At Hand

Famcare

PTSD is a disorder in which a person has difficulty recovering after experiencing or witnessing a terrifying event. The condition may last months or years, with triggers that can bring back memories of the trauma accompanied by intense emotional and physical reactions.

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William Elliott Argues for Poverty Alleviation Programs and Child Savings Accounts.

Michigan Social Work

Professor William Elliott’s opinion article in the Gotham Gazette argues that poor children and families need both poverty alleviation and child savings programs. Elliott writes, “I am arguing that the drive Americans have demonstrated throughout history comes from more than having enough money to pay the bills each week, it comes from the promise of a better future.

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Tell Them You Love Them

Untipsy Teacher

There is No Night Without a Dawning by Helen Steiner Rice. No winter without a spring And beyond the dark horizon Our hearts will once more sing …. For those who leave us for a while Have only gone away Out of a restless, care worn world Into a brighter day. Dear Readers, My dear mother passed away on October 2, 2121, at age 96. It’s been hard, as Mr.

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AFRICAN JOURNAL OF SOCIAL WORK (AJSW)

The International Association Of Schools Of Social

Call for Papers for a Research Methodology Special Issue to be Published in August 2022. Call details (PDF) | Call details (Web page). The process to decolonize social work has produced significant outcomes, including, but not limited to a crop of African social workers who are clear about what decolonization is and why it is necessary. This has increased understanding and appreciation of indigenization, as already being reflected in research, teaching and practice of social work in Africa.

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When Love Goes Wrong 1: Adjustment Disorders

The Masked AMHP

Love can sometimes give rise to bizarre and irrational behaviour. Indeed, it has been argued that since the definition of a delusion “is a sustained belief that cannot be justified by reason”, then being “in love” with someone could itself be regarded as a delusional state.

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At 2021 Celebration, KVC Health Systems Will Honor Heroes, Thank Supporters and Share Its Impact

KVC

On Thursday, October 21, KVC Health Systems will host its 2021 Annual Celebration. KVC hosts this event every October to thank the generous supporters who have enabled the nonprofit organization to strengthen families, prevent child abuse and neglect, and help people achieve mental health wellness. KVC serves over 60,000 people each year in Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Kentucky and West Virginia, with a total positive impact of changing over 350,000 people’s lives in its 51-year history.

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Sitting with a Good Feeling

Abuse Survivor

This week it has come to my attention that I have really come a long way in my healing since 2019. In 2019 I was about 5 years into healing full time and working to better my life. I was having several panic attacks a week, nightmares, flashbacks and a whole lot of other awful symptoms of CPTSD that I experience. I am a data oriented person so of course, I have tracked my CPTSD symptoms of the past 7 years.

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International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction, 13 October

The International Association Of Schools Of Social

International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction, 13 October. The International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction is an opportunity to acknowledge the progress being made toward reducing disaster risk and losses in lives, livelihoods and health. The 2021 edition focuses on “International cooperation for developing countries to reduce their disaster risk and disaster losses.”.