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Crisis Intervention in Substance Abuse Treatment

Counselor Toolbox podcast

Early recovery is a period of extreme vulnerability for many people and treatment plans should always contain a suicide prevention plan (does not substitute for active monitoring) Summary - Suicidality is not uncommon - It is important to regularly screen all clients for suicidality (e.g.

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SUPRs — Illinois’s State-Funded Program for First-Time Rehab Clients

Gateway Foundation

The Substance Use Prevention and Recovery (SUPR) division of the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) provides funds for qualified treatment and recovery support centers. Thanks to SUPR grants, Illinois can expand and improve its substance use disorder treatment efforts.

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What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

Social Work Haven

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. Informed Consent: Social workers get informed consent from clients before initiating any interventions or services.

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All You Need To Know About Social Work Articles

Social Work Haven

He examines how new technologies can be used to improve interventions, explore data, and manage cases in innovative ways. Assessment and Intervention Strategies for Working with Clients in Crisis” by David E. Social work is a wide-ranging profession that deals with a variety of issues.

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NASW Observes Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Month

Social Work Blog

This publication from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration provides valuable tools to help people during these challenging times. Dynamics of Abuse . This blog from the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence discusses the dynamics of abuse and helpful resources. Mighty Oaks Foundation .

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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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Am I Going Through a Nervous Breakdown?

Beautiful Voyager

Nervous Breakdown and Substance Abuse Similar to depression, a nervous breakdown can push someone to abuse alcohol, prescription drugs, or illicit drugs. Conversely, substance use disorder is sometimes an underlying reason for a mental breakdown. That's the essence of " normal functioning."