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?
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Weight Bullying: Body Image Q&A
We need to understand that people naturally come in all shapes and sizes; diets are ineffective for the majority of people; weight does not equal health, and; healthful behaviors can be practiced at any size.
How to Help Your Child Cope With a Bully
By Lynn Hagan, PsyD, CTRL, LCSW Introduction In handling bullies, parent's must keep in mind that they not only have to protect their child, but also make sure that their child is able to "save face" on the playground. Clearly, there are some things to avoid in...
Tips for Parents Dealing With Bullying
What Exactly Is Bullying? There are three types of bullying: verbal, physical, or non-verbal. Examples of verbal bullying include teasing, taunting, name-calling, and spreading rumors. Hitting, kicking, shoving, and destroying property are types of physical bullying....
Are You Worried About Your Child’s Mental Health?
The mental health of children in the United States is declining, and many parents are worried and unsure of how to help their children. They might see their child struggling with anxiety, depression, or other mental health challenges, and they don’t know what to do.
Ask a Social Worker: My son is being bullied
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.
How School Social Workers Help Schools and Communities
School social workers serve students, school administrators, teachers, and families in fostering a safe school environment and addressing issues that interfere with students’ academic achievement.
Helping Parents Talk to Their Elementary Age Kids About Friendship
By Bette J. Freedson, LCSW, LICSW Introduction Talking to kids about friendship depends on the ages. With little kids, you can arrange a play date and watch them interact to get a sense of what they need help with. You might even intervene and talk to your child and...
Asperger’s Syndrome Q&A
Asperger’s was thought to affect more boys than girls by a wide margin. However, we’ve learned that girls present differently and therefore are frequently missed or misdiagnosed.
The Family Acceptance Project’s Studies of LGBT Youth
School Bullying, Violence Against Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Youth Linked With Risk for Suicide, HIV and STDs in Young Adulthood MAY 16, 2011 – Critical new research has found that lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) youth who experience high...
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Are You Grieving After Losing a Loved One to Suicide?
The death of a loved one is difficult; losing someone to suicide can be especially challenging. If you are a survivor of suicide loss, you may be experiencing a range of emotions, including shock, disbelief, anger, guilt, and sadness. You may also have difficulty...
Are You Worried About Your Child’s Mental Health?
The mental health of children in the United States is declining, and many parents are worried and unsure of how to help their children. They might see their child struggling with anxiety, depression, or other mental health challenges, and they don't know what to do....
5 Ways to Support LGBTQIA2S Youth
According to a study by the Trevor Project, LGBTQIA2S+ youth are more likely to experience depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts than their cisgender and heterosexual peers. They are also more likely to drop out of school, experience homelessness, and be victims...