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Mindfulness, a social worker’s approach to stress relief
In the field of social work, mindfulness-based therapies have been recognized as a way for patients to ease their anxiety but also as a way for social workers to practice self-care and alleviate their own daily stresses. A Psychology Today article describes mindfulness as “a state of active, open attention on the present.” Mindfulness is […]
June 26th, 2017
Posted in Professional Development, Social Work News
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Celebrating 2017 Social Work Month
Every year, the month of March is celebrated as the National Social Work Month. As such, it offers a unique opportunity to highlight the contributions of more than 600,000 social workers around the country for the impact they make in our society every day. This year’s Social Work Month theme is “Social Workers Stand Up!” […]
March 15th, 2017
Posted in Social Work News, South Carolina Resources
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Social Work Course Spotlight: SW 206 The Influence of Sexual Factors on Behavior
Limestone College students pursuing a Bachelor of Social Work may wonder why they need to take the course SW 206 The Influence of Sexual Factors on Behavior. A recent Social Work Today article illustrates just how vital this class can be for a social worker. This article discusses sex education for young adults with intellectual/developmental […]
February 24th, 2017
Posted in Course + Faculty Spotlights, Social Work News
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Health Care Policy Update: Substance Abuse Treatment
In our recent post on Becoming a Substance Abuse Counselor, we shared some of the health care issues surrounding the fight against drug addiction, including the significant treatment gap in America. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration (SAMHSA), more than 20 million Americans suffering from substance abuse who needed treatment in […]
January 11th, 2017
Posted in Social Work News, South Carolina Resources
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Taking care of yourself while taking care of others: Why self-care matters in social work
As a student pursuing a Bachelor of Social Work, you are bound to juggle the demands of your coursework with the responsibilities of your daily life. As a future social work professional, these demands and responsibilities may become even greater as you become faced with difficult decisions related to client care. Growing evidence of social […]
September 15th, 2016
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Improving geriatric care with leisure activities
One of the many considerations in caring for the elderly is addressing specific challenges related to the aging process, including a healthy aging mind. A recent study by the University of Texas at Dallas suggests that mentally challenging activities that involve an active learning component can have a positive impact on brain activity into late […]
July 29th, 2016
Posted in Social Work Careers, Social Work News
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3 reasons to watch House of Cards if you are a Limestone College social work student
If you are not familiar with the show, House of Cards is a Netflix original series about American modern day politics. The show originally premiered in 2013, receiving rave reviews leading up to its recently released season four. Starring Kevin Spacey who plays Frank Underwood, a Democrat from South Carolina’s 5th congressional district, the series explores […]
May 12th, 2016
Posted in Social Work Careers, Social Work News
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