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What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

Social Work Haven

Educator : Social workers educate clients about resources, coping strategies, and life skills to enhance their well-being and self-sufficiency. This evaluation serves the dual purpose of determining how best to continue supporting the client and assessing the effectiveness of the current intervention methods.

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The Dangers of Problem Gambling

Gateway Foundation

Neglect of self-care: People with pathological gambling might prioritize gambling over self-care. They may neglect basic practices like proper nutrition, exercise and hygiene — all of which can harm physical health. The emotional impact can cause a loss of self-esteem and relationship troubles.

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15 Lies Gamblers Tell

Gateway Foundation

Some may feel intense shame about their gambling addiction, and denial may be a form of self-protection. They may believe they can quit gambling whenever they choose, though the problem is much more complex; they often require professional intervention to end the cycle. It’s a significant hurdle for them to admit they need help.

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You Asked, Can Social Workers Prescribe Medication?

Social Work Haven

They also work on issues in relation to abuse, for example, how emotional abuse can cause significant harm to a vulnerable person. Monitor interventions Social workers monitor interventions that have been put in place to ensure they are helping the person and their family. Can a counsellor prescribe medication?

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Can Eating Disorders Change?

MQ Mental Health

Life hasn’t gotten better in my ongoing journey of recovery from eating disorders. No wonder people thought it was about self-will or will power. The lack of empathy or compassion led me, like with many of my mental health conditions or challenges, to feel more isolated, more hopeless, and more like there was nowhere to turn.

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Can Eating Disorders Change?

MQ Mental Health

Life hasn’t gotten better in my ongoing journey of recovery from eating disorders. No wonder people thought it was about self-will or will power. The lack of empathy or compassion led me, like with many of my mental health conditions or challenges, to feel more isolated, more hopeless, and more like there was nowhere to turn.