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Individuals who are in the process of earning a master’s in social work, or an MSW degree, may aspire to be family or child social workers.

In modern society, when people feel pressured to be thin, many individuals suffer from eating disorders. These illnesses can affect every aspect of a person’s life, from their relationships to their careers.

People who have mental or physical disabilities often face a unique set of challenges in their everyday lives. For this reason, they may need the help of professionals who hold a master’s in social work.

Individuals who are seeking a master’s in social work may not immediately think their jobs will deal with obesity; however, as the issues is becoming a growing concern across the country, social workers may find that it is their job to help.

Mental health social workers may find themselves dealing with individuals who have personality disorders.

After a loved one passes away, people tend to deal with their grief in different ways. However, regardless of how they heal, these individuals often need the help of a professional, such as a social worker, to get them through the difficult time.

Regardless of their beliefs, many Americans are deeply religious and turn to their faith to help them get through many of life’s difficult times.

Individuals who earn a master’s in social work, or MSW degree, may specialize in helping clients with drug-related problems.

While it is normal for people to experience occasional anxiety, individuals who suffer from anxiety disorders often feel the emotion affecting their daily lives.

According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, about 17.6 million Americans abuse alcohol or are dependent on the substance.

Depression is an extremely common illness in the U.S., and it is becoming increasingly important for social workers to be able to recognize and treat it.

Individuals who are lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender (LGBT) can sometimes face a unique set of problems that students who are earning an MSW degree should be aware of.

One of the defining principles of the social work profession is that of working to ensure equality and social justice for clients.

Social work professionals can make valuable, often vital contributions to changes in policy, especially within the context of healthcare reform.

Although forensic social workers are frequently involved in cases in the criminal justice system, situations involving capital punishment require a unique approach.

In instances where individuals have been the victims of sexual assault or rape, social workers are often involved in handling their cases.

Although a career in social work can be tremendously rewarding, students who are earning their master of social work (MSW) degree should be aware of the stress that can be placed on social work professionals.

Due to the complexity of social work practice, both on an individual and societal basis, social workers are often encouraged to further develop theories and hypotheses regarding the root causes of the problems faced by their clients.

Social work professionals are often used to assist in the integration of families or individuals into the culture and society of a welcoming country.

Often, in situations where a parent’s suitability to raise a child is in question, or foster families are seeking to provide a home for a child, social workers are called upon to assist human and social services departments in adoption cases.

Students who are earning their MSW may find that the issue of affordable housing is becoming increasingly prevalent in the daily case load of many social workers.

Although students who are pursuing their master of social work (MSW) degree may be presented with the opportunity to work within other specializations of this demanding field, macro social workers can often have the greatest impact.

For students who are pursuing their master’s in social work (MSW), forensic social work could be one of the more ambiguous specializations of this demanding field.

Unfortunately, students who are earning their master of social work (MSW) degree will likely find themselves intervening in cases involving intimate partner violence (IPV), also known as domestic violence, at some point in their careers.

Perhaps one of the most important aspects of social work, case management is something that students who are earning their master’s in social work (MSW) degree should familiarize themselves with.

Students who are earning their master’s in social work (MSW) degree may find themselves in a position where they can transition from their studies or a generalized social work position into a specialized social work role.

Working with inmates of the correctional and judicial system can be challenging for many social work professionals.

Students who are earning their master’s in social work (MSW) degree may find themselves dealing with clients who are facing the imminent death of a family member or loved one due to terminal illness.

Although perhaps not as widely known as other more conventional approaches to the treatment of patients by clinical social workers, pet therapy is becoming increasingly popular.

Perhaps one of the most well-known of the specialties in the social work profession, working with children can be one of the most challenging – yet rewarding – career paths students who are pursuing their master’s in social work (MSW) can choose.

Once students have completed their master’s in social work (MSW), they are faced with the daunting prospect of searching for meaningful employment in order to put the skills they have learned to good use.

Social workers can often be involved with people and cases that require a great deal of emotional and cultural sensitivity.

Although perhaps not as widely publicized as other social work careers, students who earn their master’s in social work (MSW) may find themselves called upon to help others in the wake of a natural disaster or catastrophic event.

As technological advancements and scientific knowledge improves, life expectancy is increasing every decade.

Social work professionals and students who are earning their master’s in social work (MSW) should expect to find themselves dealing with individuals whose lives are affected by issues that may be considered controversial.

The Family Guidance Center of Warren County (FGCWC) in New Jersey has been helping sufferers of mental illness and people with substance abuse problems for more than 55 years.

A panel of medical policy experts from the Institute of Medicine (IOM) has recommended that the screening of female patients for signs of domestic violence should be provided free of charge under federal medical law, according to WHYY News.

Caren Peet, a social worker who has more than 15 years of experience in helping disadvantaged children and their families, has been honored by a fundraiser that was organized by the Homeland Children’s Foundation, according to the Wantaugh Patch.

Deborah P. Waldrop, a professor at the University at Buffalo School of Social Work, is researching ways in which palliative care can be improved for both patients and their loved ones…

A law that would allow prescription medications to be reused rather than disposed of is set to be introduced in New Hampshire following a campaign by State Representative Leo Pepino, according to The Associated Press.

Melvin Valentine, Jr., a social worker who is based in the San Jacinto Valley in southern California, aims to reduce the impact of gang violence on his community by providing local youths with an alternative to crime…

During the economic downturn, many people had trouble making ends meet, causing an increase in the number of individuals who were temporarily homeless in California.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 17 percent of children in the U.S. are obese.

According to NewsWeek, as of last year there were still 860 families in Louisiana who had been living in a FEMA trailer for the five years following Hurricane Katrina. Countless others still do not have permanent homes.

When New Jersey graduate social work student Wendy Logan was 13 years old, she wrote a letter to a judge, begging him to let her stay in the foster care system rather than with her mother, the Statehouse Bureau reports.

According to the most recent data from the U.S. Department of Justice, there are about 58,000 non-family child abductions annually.

A recent study by Massachusetts researchers found that lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) teenagers are over three times more likely to commit suicide than other adolescents, The New York Times reports.

Ridgely Fuller, a Boston social worker, has worked to extend her career beyond the U.S., Wicked Local Dover reports.

During a recent Crookston School Board meeting in Minnesota, Superintendent Wayne Gilman read a letter written by a social worker about her experience with the schools’ therapy dog.

Since earning at least a high school diploma is becoming increasingly important, the Tulane Tower Learning Center in Louisiana is dedicated to assisting individuals in earning a GED, The Times-Picayune reports.

Many teachers and academic officials have noticed that there is a growing number of homeless children enrolled in Enumclaw, Washington’s schools, Enumclaw’s Patch website reports.

According to Child Help, a youth is abused every ten seconds in the U.S. Additionally, almost five children die daily as a result of abuse.

Recently, the Idaho Press-Tribune asked various individuals who have social work careers to submit statements to tell the public what their jobs entail.

On May 22, the worst tornado in decades swept through the city of Joplin, Missouri, killing 141 people and destroying countless homes, Reuters reports.

A Wisconsin social worker was recently honored by Madison’s YMCA with its annual Women of Distinction Award, The Madison Times reports.

Stowell Associates SelectStaff was recently selected as the best local company to work for this year by the Milwaukee-Wisconsin Journal Sentinel.

Isabel Castillo is using the social work degree that she recently earned to encourage Congress to pass the DREAM Act, C-Ville reports.

By 2030, about one in five Americans will be over the age of 65, the Chicago Tribune reports.

he University of Minnesota’s School of Social Work is striving to allow the voices of crime victims be heard with its Center for Restorative Justice and Peacemaking, according to an article in the Rapid City Journal.

Kim Jensen, an Illinois’ social worker was recently one of 11 cancer care providers honored with an award from the American Cancer Society, The Associated Press reports.

Colleen O’Brien, who has a master’s degree in social work, opened a Michigan-based center called Blue Dog Counseling where she provides her clients with the tools and support they need to recover from the death of a family pet.

Michigan’s Department of Human Services recently said that newly-hired individuals who have social work careers in child welfare may be given iPads and mobile technology, according to The Detroit News.

Although March Madness brackets are enjoyable for many, they can be dangerous for individuals struggling with gambling addictions, according to Buffalo’s WBEN radio.

After domestic violence tore apart his family, Minnesota resident Pete Singer created Care in Action.

Illinois’ Lake County has found new ways to provide better communication between social workers, according to the Lake County News Sun.

In Alameda County, California, the only group-home for teenagers is under criticism for health, safety, personal rights and procedural violations, according to The New York Times.

In Alameda County, California, the only group-home for teenagers is under criticism for health, safety, personal rights and procedural violations, according to The New York Times.

New Jersey clinical social worker Luba Shagawat is protesting a 35 percent decrease in the funds given to individuals who require out-of-network therapists by Magellan Health Services,

As a difficult economic period continues, women and children in Colorado are amongst the hardest hit by the times.

Although New York City’s Advantage program has helped reduce the number of homeless individuals in the city, The New York Times reports that state budget cuts will not allow the program to continue.

A new Minnesota bill will fund social services through private investors, according to The Associated Press.

More children who have undergone court-ordered mental health screening and interventions are found to be at high risk for having behavioral and emotional problems.

A new research study completed at St. Michael’s Hospital finds that the hospital stay of the average homeless patient costs $2,500 more than a non-homeless individual.

A new study of individuals who test positive for HIV finds that sufferers of the chronic disease may experience subtle prejudice in their communities.

According to a new study that was published in Psychological Science, alcoholics can employ a number of short-term strategies to keep themselves from relapsing.

Press Release Month-long celebration recognizes a different social issue each year Portland, ME  (March 1, 2011) – The White House has designated the month of March as National Professional Social Work Month. The theme for 2011 is “Social Workers Inspire Community Action.” As part of this celebration, the University of New England’s School of Social [...]

Addiction is a chronic and recurring brain disease. Television documentaries, films and news providers frequently cover the narratives of individuals who are suffering from substance abuse issues.

New research reveals that individuals who have hepatitis C virus (HCV) are more likely to lack health insurance than those without the disease.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly 2 million Americans have epilepsy.

Maw-Der Foo, a professor at the University of Colorado Boulder, has published a study in the Journal of Applied Psychology that assesses the effect of an unemployed spouse’s job search on the productivity and health of the employed partner.

Maw-Der Foo, a professor at the University of Colorado Boulder, has published a study in the Journal of Applied Psychology that assesses the effect of an unemployed spouse’s job search on the productivity and health of the employed partner.

Masters of Social Work students who work with individuals who have obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) may find the results of recent research to be of interest.

A new RAND corporation study suggests that emergency interventions are far less effective in preventing suicide attempts than the delivery of high-quality care through behavioral health treatment services.

Teenagers from disadvantaged communities who have strong social ties are at a far lower risk to be obese and become smokers when they grow up, according to a new study published in Psychological Science.

A new study published in Psychological Science has found that individuals with social anxiety disorder (SAD), which means that they may fear peer judgment and social interaction, can benefit greatly from psychotherapy.

According to the National Institutes of Health, the neurobiological disorder attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) affects nearly 4.1 percent of adults aged 18 to 44 each year.

A new study on youth who experience violence and abuse has found that nearly half of these individuals have made at least one of their instances of victimization known to police or school authorities.

As the number of foster homes in the U.S. wanes, children are increasingly being placed with kinship caregivers, who are often their immediate relatives.

According to a report in the Red Bluff Daily News, social services in California’s Tehama County may need to brace for severe budget cuts.

According to a report in the Red Bluff Daily News, social services in California’s Tehama County may need to brace for severe budget cuts.

Students who are seeking a master’s in social work may be considering careers as licensed clinical professionals.

Social services in Minnesota’s Rice County are about to experience a wave of organizational reform, reports the Northfield News.

This past Wednesday, Connecticut social service agencies gathered together to alert state officials of their dire funding needs, the Hartford Courant reports.

Tom McLaughlin is quoted in news stories on his research on Maine’s welfare system and presents his findings in Press Herald opinion piece Thomas Chalmers McLaughlin, Ph.D., UNE professor of social work, on Jan 26 and 27, 2011 was quoted or noted in stories on a new study on Maine’s welfare system on Maine public [...]

Proposed budget cuts in Missouri would eliminate a unit that houses juvenile offenders in Mt. Vernon and remove over 800 positions in the fields of mental health, corrections and social services, Bloomberg reports.

Teachers and social workers from Maine East’s Family Center have joined up to provide new computers for low-income students at an Illinois-based high school, the Park Ridge Herald-Advocate reports.

According to the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs (VA), there are nearly 107,000 homeless veterans in the U.S. on any single night of the year.

Social psychology is a very important aspect of social work. From understanding the theories of group dynamics and predicting how individuals will respond, a good understanding of social psychology can greatly help social workers perform their duties.

A collection of health and wellness resources for social workers.

A collection of health and wellness resources for social workers.

A Child Abuse Statistics and Research Reference Guide For Social Workers.

A list of general social work ethical principles as well as a list of social work ethics resources.

An overview of social work organizations and their benefits to society.

A collection of resources for Child & Family Social Workers.

A collection of resources for Child & Family Social Workers.

The history of social work as well as a collection of social work history resources.

A collection of links to websites that offer more information about social justice.

A collection of Sociology resources for students and educators.

University of New England Announces Its Spring 2010 Commencement Ceremony.

University of New England Online Master of Social Work Program Introduces New Web Site.