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Addressing Access in Ethnoracially Diverse Populations: Lessons from a University-Based Community Mental Health Center

Society of Clinical Psychology

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the George Floyd Uprising, and the Stop Asian Hate movement, ethnically and racially marginalized individuals in the United States need access to quality mental health care now more than ever. Department of Health and Human Services, 2019). 2014; Walker et al.,

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NASW Recognizes October 6th as National Depression Screening Day

Social Work Blog

Depression is a very common and serious mental health condition that can significantly impact a person’s ability to function in all aspects of life. In fact, those with other health conditions such as cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and substance use disorder are also at greater risk of developing depression [1]. Depression.

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News Items – August 18, 2022

Social Workers Speak

Audio] Some 2,000 mental health care clinicians in California are on strike. STEVE INSKEEP, HOST: Almost 2,000 mental health care workers have walked off the job in California. Joel Bobby is a member: Coloring is good for your health. Mayo Clinic Health System. What is your best-selling product/service?

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News Items – November 18, 2021

Social Workers Speak

Charles Palmer was a member: Charles Palmer, who led Iowa Department of Human Services for 16 years, dies at age 82. Charles “Chuck” Palmer, who was director of Iowa’s Department of Human Services for 16 years, died Sunday. Micki Grimland is a licensed clinical social worker with Southwest Psychotherapy and Associates.

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Crisis Prevention and Intervention in the Age of COVID-19

Relias

Since the COVID-19 pandemic hit American shores in early 2020, mental health experts have worried about its potential effects on those they serve — and with good reason. Measures like social distancing necessary to preserve our physical health took a toll on our mental well-being. Domestic Violence.

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News Items – February 10, 2022

Social Workers Speak

The State of Mental Health: Advocates Say Connecticut Needs a New Prescription. The National Association of Social Workers Connecticut believes the staffing shortages are pushing the state’s public health system to the brink. Mental health is a person-powered field. NBC Connecticut. The Connecticut Examiner.

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News Items – September 30, 2021

Social Workers Speak

Victor Armstrong is a member: Victor Armstrong to lead North Carolina health equity efforts. Victor Armstrong is the first chief health equity officer at the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services. Psychotherapy after the pandemic will likely be a hybrid — part office, part telemedicine.