My 12-year-old son is getting bullied in school. I’m worried. He complains he is sick more and wants to stay home instead of going to class. I think he is depressed.
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Ask a Social Worker: My son is threatening suicide
My son dropped out of college and is threatening to commit suicide. We called a hotline and they suggested family therapy. But my partner, his father, doesn’t believe him.
Ask a Social Worker: My Boss is a Bully
My boss has become very demanding. His behavior was a little controlling before the pandemic but now that we work mainly at home it has gotten worse. I love my job and coworkers and need the paycheck but what can I do?
Ask a Social Worker: How can I help my child overcome her fear of dogs?
Social worker Elaine Nebolsine gives advice to a mother who wants to help her daughter overcome her fear of dogs.
Are Tantrums Getting the Better of You?
By Gary Direnfield, MSW, RSW Introduction Are There Stresses at Home? Redirection Check Your Child's Hearing Ignoring Tantrums Ask a Social Worker for Help Calling a Time-Out Introduction Tantrums or "acting-out" behaviors are natural during early...
Improve Your HIV Care with Good Communication
Good communication helps you understand and manage HIV. Your own health depends on it.
How to Choose a Social Worker
By Cynthia Poindexter, PhD, MSW Introduction A Relationship Based on Partnership Respect Confidentiality Knowledge of HIV Disease, Treatment, and Prevention Medication Adherence Support Service Management Emotional Support Introduction When you are...
How Social Workers Help Veterans and Their Families
By Jill Manske, MSW, ACSW, LISW How Do I Know I Need A Social Worker? You will find social workers in all program areas in Veterans Administration medical centers that are ready to help you with most any need. If you have questions or problems, the social worker will...
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