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NASW Observes Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Month

Social Work Blog

NASW recognizes June as Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness Month. PTSD impacts millions of people in the United States. According to the National Center for PTSD, a program of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, about seven or eight of every 100 people will experience PTSD in their lifetime.”

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How to Choose a Therapist: Tips and Fits

Stop Abuse Campaign

Trauma or abuse history or PTSD. Substance abuse disorders. If you choose to see an individual in private practice, you can often find out more about the individual’s areas of expertise, years of experience, and the types of interventions that they offer from their biographies listed online. . Depression.

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Am I Going Through a Nervous Breakdown?

Beautiful Voyager

Intrusive thoughts or flashbacks of a traumatic event are similar to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Nervous Breakdown and Substance Abuse Similar to depression, a nervous breakdown can push someone to abuse alcohol, prescription drugs, or illicit drugs. Psychosis, e.g., paranoia, hallucinations, or delusions.

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Finding Hope and Healing: 71 Powerful Bible Verses about Depression and Anxiety in Social Work

Social Work Haven

By incorporating these Bible verses into our practice as social workers, we aim to complement therapeutic interventions with a holistic approach that addresses the spiritual well-being of individuals. By understanding the intersection of faith and mental health, we can better support individuals on their path to recovery.

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