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ACE 101: Parental Substance Abuse

Stop Abuse Campaign

There are a lot of complexities with parental substance abuse as one of the ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences) in terms of policy and prevention, but first, we need to understand it from a child’s point of view. . Why is parental substance abuse a trauma? Substance abuse can complicate the parent-child attachment.

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NCCPR news and commentary round-up, week ending August 28, 2023

NCCPR Child Welfare Blog

Records that have to be “admitted” into the database [but may not have been] include substance abuse records, visitation records and medical records. Great news, Missouri parents: The state Department of Social Services says you are now free to smoke marijuana, as long as you’re away from the kids! –

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What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

Social Work Haven

Child Welfare Specialist : Social workers in this role focus on the safety and well-being of children, often within the context of child protective services or foster care systems. TRENDING CONTENT ON SOCIAL WORK HAVEN What is the main role of a social worker? What skills does a social worker need?

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“Maybe we're just too damn intrusive": Tracing the take-the-child-and-run mentality that has endangered Massachusetts children for more than a century

NCCPR Child Welfare Blog

Whenever anyone in state government was asked about the problems in the state’s “child welfare” system they’d give the same stock answer: As soon as the new Department of Social Services was up and running, and took over jobs then done by the Department of Public Welfare, everything would be fine! That, too, fails for several reasons.

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Can You Be a Social Worker with a Psychology Degree Easily?

Social Work Haven

CONTENT YOU WOULD LOVE TO READ ON SOCIAL WORK HAVEN We’ll delve into the pivotal role of a master’s degree in social work (MSW) and the rigorous standards set in these programmes. And, of course, we’ll discuss the diverse career paths available in these fields, from clinical practice to research and beyond.

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Why data and collaboration are key to social workers’ success

Social Work Blog

Department of Housing and Urban Development found that one-third of people experiencing housing insecurity also experience mental health or substance abuse challenges. Collaborative case management software facilitates these valuable connections, increasing a social worker’s capacity and expanding their impact.

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News Items – March 30, 2023

Social Workers Speak

County Behavioral Wellness Social Workers Help People Overcome Hurdles and Thrive Santa Barbara Independent Social work began more than a century ago. In the 1960s, past NASW President Whitney M.

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