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

KVC

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

The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) is a proud partner of White Ribbon VA , a national call to action to eliminate sexual harassment, sexual assault, and domestic violence across the Department of Veterans Affairs. NASW will take part in White Ribbon Day in Congress on December 1, at 10:30 a.m.

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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

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. It’s stressful personally,” says Danielle Wagner, MSSW, LCSW, staff therapist at a Pennsylvania college who also sees patients in private practice. “In

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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).

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Breaking Barriers from Within

Social Work Blog

Appleton, LCSW The theme for Social Work month is descriptive and inspiring – Social Work Breaks Barriers. At our best, Social Workers are analogous to Super Heroes. Social workers advocate for justice, leap over mountains of agency red tape, and scale mountains of paperwork. Here’s the question.

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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. I have been a practicing Social Worker for over 40 years and STILL talk too much. Disclaimer: The National Association of Social Workers invites members to share their expertise and experiences through Member Voices. Mother and son sitting after quarrel at home.

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