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What to Expect When a Child Discharges From a Children’s Psychiatric Hospital

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When a child is discharged from a children’s psychiatric hospital, they will likely experience a range of emotions and expectations for life after their hospital stay. Choosing to admit a child for inpatient psychiatric care is never easy and it can be an overwhelming decision to make. Transitioning Back to School.

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NASW to join White Ribbon Day in Congress

Social Work Blog

Speakers includee: Veronika Mudra, founder of White Ribbon USA The Honorable Tanya Bradsher, Deputy Secretary, U.S.

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Member Voices: Be Wary of Mental Health ‘Experts’ on Social Media

Social Work Blog

Monteiro, LCSW The past two years were filled with fear and uncertainty, exacerbating a mental health crisis with an increase in anxiety, depression, suicide rates, and substance abuse. I have a master’s degree in Social Work and am a Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW). Originally published in The Dorchester Reporter.

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Breaking Barriers from Within

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Appleton, LCSW The theme for Social Work month is descriptive and inspiring – Social Work Breaks Barriers. Appleton, LCSW specializes in couples, family, and individual therapy. When it comes to snap decisions, we can all benefit by pausing to reflect first By Lorrie R. At our best, Social Workers are analogous to Super Heroes.

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COVID-19 Year 3: Social Workers and Their Clients Continue to Nagivate the Pandemic and its Impact, Even as Society Shifts Back Toward ‘Normal’

Social Work Blog

It’s stressful personally,” says Danielle Wagner, MSSW, LCSW, staff therapist at a Pennsylvania college who also sees patients in private practice. “In For social workers and their clients, the pandemic may not be as front of mind as it once was, but it remains a factor and adds another layer to already challenging situations.

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NASW Member Voices: In Search of Transgenerational Office Space

Social Work Blog

By Lorrie Appleton, LCSW I am preparing to meet a new therapy client. Appleton, LCSW specializes in couples, family, and individual therapy. Lorrie has practiced in a variety of settings including private practice, non-profit, inpatient psychiatric, military behavioral health, schools, corporations, and human service agencies.

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Member Voices: Intergenerational Gaffes or What Goes Around Comes Around?

Social Work Blog

By Lorrie Appleton, LCSW. Appleton, LCSW. This blog was prepared by Lorrie Appleton, LCSW, in her personal capacity and does not necessarily reflect the view of the National Association of Social Workers. Appleton, LCSW specializes in couples, family, and individual therapy. Mother and son sitting after quarrel at home.

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