Social Work Blog

MAY 25, 2022

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.”

Disorder 102

Disorder PTSD Military Mental Health 102

MQ Mental Health

APRIL 2, 2024

In an interview with The Guardian in 2019, she discussed the toll that the job can take on her mental health and the importance of taking care of herself. Since 2019, the total annual cost of poor mental health to employers has increased by 25%, costing UK employers up to £56 billion a year – according to a report by Deloitte.

Mental Health 105

Mental Health Healthcare Hospitals Psychology 105

Society of Clinical Psychology

OCTOBER 2, 2017

correspondents with a new article in the Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology titled, “Outcomes of Psychological Therapies for Prisoners with Mental Health Problems: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. This SCP blog by Karen Slade, Psy.D. 2007; Butler et al.,

Psychology 59

Psychology Mental Health Psychiatry CBT 59

Society of Clinical Psychology

MAY 11, 2018

Denise Sloan and Brian Marx discusses findings from a recent study published in JAMA Psychiatry that compares the effectiveness of a brief exposure-based therapy for PTSD with Cognitive Processing Therapy with implications for finding the ‘right treatment dose’ for reducing symptoms. Watts et al.). 2012; Nacasch et al.,

PTSD 52

PTSD Psychiatry Military Psychology 52

Stop Abuse Campaign

MAY 16, 2022

When it comes to our mental health, every person has different resources for managing it and coping. Adverse Childhood Experiences may challenge a person’s mental health every day, from waking up to falling asleep. No doubt these are harming our nation’s mental health. The current mental health system.

Mental Health 52

Mental Health Psychiatry Medicaid Healthcare 52

Society of Clinical Psychology

MAY 9, 2023

Trauma exposure takes a toll on societies and individuals, leading to the development of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) for a sizable minority of individuals (Magruder et al., As such, intervening on memory-related processes has been a key focus when treating PTSD. 1998), physical health problems (e.g., Bomyea et al.,

Disorder 52

Disorder PTSD Psychology Clinic 52

Society of Clinical Psychology

MARCH 11, 2018

Anu Asnaani is sponsored by the Diversity Committee of SCP and briefly explores contemporary issues in understanding immigrant mental health needs and challenges to detection and treatment of psychological distress in our global communities.

Mental Health 52

Mental Health Diversity Clinic Psychology 52

Society of Clinical Psychology

APRIL 7, 2023

This issue includes several meta-analyses, reviews, and empirical studies that address topics related to adult attachment, sexual and gender minority mental health, personalization of youth psychotherapy, hoarding disorder, ambulatory assessments, and assessing PTSD. A commentary is provided by Bovin and Marx.

Psychotherapy 45

Psychotherapy PTSD Addiction Mental Health 45

Society of Clinical Psychology

JULY 13, 2020

Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) causes a great deal of mental and physical distress, and can significantly reduce a person’s quality of life. Studies that report on the effectiveness of PTSD treatment are difficult to compare, because there are differences in terms of what is considered to be a response to treatment (i.e.

Disorder 52

Disorder PTSD Psychiatry Military 52

Relias

AUGUST 30, 2023

This has been especially true for psychology, where mental health has traditionally been seen as something wholly separate from physical health. Recently, however, research has uncovered just how connected every aspect of health truly is. To understand whole person care, we must first define whole person health.

Healthcare 52

Healthcare Psychology Mental Health Case Management 52

Relias

MARCH 12, 2024

How collective trauma affects individuals Collective trauma deeply impacts individuals on psychological, emotional, and even physical levels. Individuals affected by collective trauma may also exhibit symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, or other mental health disorders.

Healthcare 52

Healthcare Criminal Justice Recovery Mental Health 52

Society of Clinical Psychology

JANUARY 10, 2020

Several effective treatments for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) exist, yet nearly half of patients continue to have significant symptomatology after receiving them (e.g., Augmentation can include pharmacological treatments, psychological treatments, or novel or emerging treatments such as exercise, acupuncture, or art therapy.

Disorder 52

Disorder PTSD Military Psychology 52

Stop Abuse Campaign

JUNE 27, 2023

They may develop Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) or other mental health problems later in life. But neurofeedback has been used to help many conditions, including common responses to childhood trauma, such as ADHD and PTSD. These children are more likely to view the world as a terrifying place. So, how does it work?

PTSD 52

PTSD Therapist Domestic Violence Mental Health 52

Beautiful Voyager

JANUARY 3, 2022

A nervous breakdown, also called mental breakdown, refers to the inability to perform functions of daily life due to intense psychological distress. In the past, mental health experts used many terms such as depression, anxiety, and acute stress disorder to refer to a nervous breakdown.

Disorder 96

Disorder Mental Health Self-harm Paranoia 96

Stop Abuse Campaign

JANUARY 13, 2022

Although many people may still feel that there is a stigma attached to seeking mental health services, we all need help from time to time. It is essentially a helping relationship between a licensed mental health professional and a client. Trauma or abuse history or PTSD. Depression. Bipolar disorder.

Therapist 98

Therapist Psychotherapy Private Practice Code of Ethics 98

Relias

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Disaster behavioral health is a field of disaster response that focuses on the mental and behavioral health of those affected by a disaster. How disasters can affect behavioral and mental health. These can include anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and more.

Human Services 52

Human Services PTSD Mental Health Anxiety 52

Blurt It Out

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Two key points when approaching assistance with anxiety are: Mental health services focused on non-pharmacy interventions should be considered first and can be very effective. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders has been updated to its fifth edition (referred to as DSM-5). Excessive worry or fear.

Anxiety 81

Anxiety OCD Disorder CBT 81

Society of Clinical Psychology

OCTOBER 20, 2023

in Psychology and American Studies from Williams College and earned her M.A. Secondly, she is passionate about elucidating and addressing barriers to quality and effective mental healthcare for people and communities of color. The current spotlight focuses on the specific contributions of Dr. Jessica R. Dr. LoPresti received her B.A.

Diversity 40

Diversity Mental Health Advocacy Healthcare 40

Psychological Health Care

AUGUST 31, 2022

Read on to understand and overcome your rumination habit for better mental health. While not a mental health condition on its own (it’s a behaviour), it often accompanies conditions such as anxiety , depression or obsessive-compulsive disorders and other mood disorders. Other mental health conditions.

CBT 67

CBT Mental Health Anxiety Depression 67

Social Workers Speak

AUGUST 11, 2023

Lily Thrope is a member of NASW-NYC: My Son, Superhero In Training Romper I asked Lily Thrope , a licensed clinical social worker and certified intuitive eating counselor , about red flags for parents when it comes to behavioral or psychological shifts along these lines. Susan Radzilowski, a licensed clinical social worker , is one of them.

LCSW 52

LCSW Clinic Social Worker Psychosocial 52

Social Workers Speak

JUNE 22, 2023

Jennifer Genovese is a member of NASW-NYS: 5 Lesser-Known Warning Signs of an Abusive Relationship Everyday Health In fact, emotional abuse, psychological abuse, sexual abuse, financial abuse, harassment, and stalking all fall under the umbrella of domestic violence, says Jennifer C.

Telehealth 52

Telehealth Domestic Violence Mental Health Social Worker 52

Blurt It Out

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Two key points when approaching assistance with anxiety are: Mental health services focused on non-pharmacy interventions should be considered first and can be very effective. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders has been updated to its fifth edition (referred to as DSM-5). Excessive worry or fear.

Anxiety 52

Anxiety OCD Disorder CBT 52

Blurt It Out

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Two key points when approaching assistance with anxiety are: Mental health services focused on non-pharmacy interventions should be considered first and can be very effective. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders has been updated to its fifth edition (referred to as DSM-5). Excessive worry or fear.

Anxiety 52

Anxiety OCD Disorder CBT 52

Society of Clinical Psychology

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

However, these gold-standard CBT treatments remain extremely difficult to access, leaving wide gaps between those who need psychological care and those who actually receive it (Wang et al., Technology offers exciting and promising solutions to address both patient- and system-level barriers to accessing mental health treatment.

Interventional 52

Interventional CBT Psychiatry OCD 52

Society of Clinical Psychology

DECEMBER 21, 2018

There is nothing short of a changing of the guard occurring in the United States healthcare system, writ large, including the mental health system. There are two cardinal features shared by most of these community contexts, including primary health care. Thus, most population health contexts are also brief intervention contexts.

Psychotherapy 52

Psychotherapy Mental Health Healthcare Clinic 52

Psychological Health Care

AUGUST 5, 2020

While the impact of COVID-19 may be contributing to heightened levels of worry in general, for many, ongoing anxiety is a debilitating mental health disorder. In fact, anxiety and associated conditions such as Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) are common mental health conditions. What Is Anxiety? Or other concerns.

OCD 52

OCD Anxiety Disorder Self-harm 52

Social Workers Speak

JULY 8, 2022

Psychology Today. Chante Meadows is a member: [Video] Working through a mental illness that stems from a trauma in your life. June is PTSD Awareness Month. She specializes in treating trauma and PTSD. Kristen Lee is a member: Finding Bravery During Bitterly Jarring Times. Moments like now can feel paralytic. PsychCentral.

PTSD 40

PTSD LCSW Psychiatric Clinic 40

Stop Abuse Campaign

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

The most straightforward explanations are that it’s hard to work when dealing with addiction, mental illness, or physical illness (something high ACE scores predispose survivors to). The same holds for community mental health services. PTSD isn’t the only way trauma can manifest in terms of mental health symptoms.

Substance Abuse 95

Substance Abuse Addiction PTSD Disorder 95

Social Workers Speak

OCTOBER 27, 2022

Kristen Lee is a member of NASW-MA: World Mental Health Day Isn’t Enough. Psychology Today. World Mental Health Day 2022 has technically passed. With so much at stake, changes are essential to ensure that global mental health is truly prioritized, not just propagated. Psychology Today.

Therapist 40

Therapist Communication Clinic Mental Health 40

Social Work Haven

MAY 30, 2023

These mental health challenges can deeply impact the lives of individuals, families, and communities, and as social workers, it becomes essential for us to explore holistic approaches to healing. By understanding the intersection of faith and mental health, we can better support individuals on their path to recovery.

Anxiety 52

Anxiety Depression Mental Health Recovery 52

Society of Clinical Psychology

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

Although considered the gold standard psychological treatment for many mental and behavioral health conditions, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) continues to be delivered at rates far below what research and expert recommendations suggest. 2013; Tuerk et al., Discussion Questions.

CBT 52

CBT Therapist Clinic Consultation 52

Pure Recovery California

JANUARY 24, 2020

Higher probability of mental health issues, such as depression, anxiety, or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). After a head injury (TBI), medications, drugs or alcohol may have a much more powerful effect, creating a cycle of physical and psychological difficulties that inhibit recovery. Compulsive Addicts.

Addiction 52

Addiction Recovery PTSD Substance Abuse 52

Society of Clinical Psychology

JULY 13, 2018

Levy, Springer, and Tolin discuss a recent meta-analytic review of remission in CBT for anxiety disorders published in Clinical Psychology Review. . In our recently published article in Clinical Psychology Review , we define remission as the patient’s end status after treatment. Remission rates also differed between anxiety disorders.

Anxiety 52

Anxiety CBT Psychiatry Disorder 52

Social Workers Speak

APRIL 8, 2022

Melissa Webb is a member: 40 Under 40: Melissa Webb, LCSW, Clinical Director, Red Rock Psychological Health. Melissa Webb is on a mission to treat, educate and destigmatize a broad spectrum of mental health disorders , with an emphasis on sexual health and sexual abuse. Las Vegas Sun. The New York Times.

Nursing Home 40

Nursing Home Telehealth Mental Health Social Worker 40

Society of Clinical Psychology

OCTOBER 16, 2017

This SCP Blog is written by David Talavera, a Clinical Psychology PhD candidate at the University of Houston who is completing his predoctoral internship at Harvard Medical School/Cambridge Health Alliance. These experiences can be traumatic and have long lasting psychological effects. Talavera is a Clinical Psychology Ph.D.

Psychology 52

Psychology Mental Health Clinic Depression 52

Relias

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Question: When it comes to diagnosing, we see that Black/African Americans have higher rates of being diagnosed with schizophrenia, where instead the diagnoses should be PTSD or MDD. He is the founder and CEO of Genesis Psychiatric Solutions, a mental health outpatient clinic with offices in Virginia and Washington D.C.

Healthcare 52

Healthcare Diversity Consultation Schizophrenia 52

Society of Clinical Psychology

DECEMBER 30, 2017

Barlow is Professor Emeritus of Psychology and Psychiatry and Founder of the Center for Anxiety and Related Disorders at Boston University. He is the recipient of numerous awards, including the Distinguished Scientific Award for Applications of Psychology from the American Psychological Association. Brown et al., Author Bios.

Anxiety 52

Anxiety Disorder Psychiatry CBT 52