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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
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Summer of reading for social workers in training
With summer just around the corner, you may be in search of a good reading list that can offer a source of entertainment, relaxation but also personal development. Below we’ve highlighted a few reading lists along with specific book picks that Bachelor of Social Work students might enjoy and learn from. Gatesnotes: 5 Good Summer […]
June 14th, 2017
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Continued education resources for aspiring social workers
As an aspiring social worker, studying toward your Bachelors in Social Work, you may already know that once you obtain your professional license, you will be required to pursue continued education (CE) to maintain your credentials. For example, in South Carolina, licensed social workers are required to complete 40 hours of continued education biannually. At […]
May 30th, 2017
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Loan forgiveness programs for social work students
Talk to almost any social worker and you will likely hear that the expected career income was not the primary driver of their decision to choose social work as a profession. While most social workers are motivated by their desire to help others, income still plays an undeniably critical role in one’s quality of life, […]
April 12th, 2017
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Starting a private practice with a bachelor’s degree in social work
For many who are entering the field of social work, the idea of running a private practice may sound enticing. From being your own boss to creating your ideal schedule, there are many perks to starting a business. However, as true with any business venture including a social work practice, there are risks, responsibilities and […]
January 25th, 2017
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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
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A social worker or a superhero: what’s your superpower
As children we are often asked, if you could have one superpower, what would it be? Excitedly we contemplate fictional characteristics like flying or telepathy as we let our imagination wander. But rarely do we grow up thinking that we actually have a superpower. Dr. Anna Scheyett, a dean of the University of Georgia School […]
December 26th, 2016
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Social work: setting client boundaries in the age of social media
Imagine your life as a successful social worker. Now imagine one day receiving a Facebook friend request from your client. What do you do? Do you accept? Do you ignore the request? And what influence, if any, might your client’s condition — say, severe depression, for example — have on your decision? As social media […]
December 14th, 2016
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Cooking & Social Work: The story of one Limestone student
Cooking. For some an apron, chopping board and the sizzle of food hitting a hot pan is nothing more than a chore necessitated by the need to eat. For others, like Limestone’s social work student, Zaviah Wray, cooking is a lifelong passion closely intertwined with her path to social work. Zaviah’s love for cooking began […]
November 28th, 2016
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How social workers help immigrant and refugee families
Every year, thousands of people migrate to the U.S. from all over the world seeking safety, education, and economic prosperity or simply put, a chance at a better life. These immigrants and their families face various challenges from language and cultural barriers to economic realities associated with starting anew in a foreign country. Social workers […]
November 9th, 2016
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