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Guest Post: Interview with Author of Breakdown: A Clinician’s Experience in a Broken System of Emergency Psychiatry

Bipolar Bandit

I’ve always felt most comfortable working with the sickest of the sick, and I have a lot of sympathy and empathy for their plight because I’ve increasingly noticed that they are most neglected by treatment providers and the government. They might have offered choices, set limits, provided empathy to no avail.

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What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

Social Work Haven

Therapist : Clinical social workers provide therapy to individuals, couples, and families, addressing mental health and emotional challenges. This is because they develop treatment plans to address mental illness and substance abuse problems, often holding supervisory roles and advocating for human rights within the criminal justice system.

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Promoting Patient Engagement in Rehab Therapy: Strategies That Work

Relias

When therapists work collaboratively with their patients to identify their personal goals, patients are motivated to commit to therapy interventions and expend greater effort. Getting patients more engaged in their rehab therapy can be tricky even for the most experienced therapists. Use Empathy and Compassion To Build Trust.

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What Is Xylazine, and Why Is Its Use Growing in Chicago?

Gateway Foundation

Consider the following tips to support a loved one experiencing a substance use disorder: Use a Compassionate Approach Avoid accusations or a judgmental tone because these can push an individual farther away and discourage them from seeking treatment. Instead, approach your loved one with empathy and compassion.