Consulting with a social worker is a good way to begin seeking treatment for depression.
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About Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
What Is Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder? Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a group of chronic disorders that begin in childhood and in some cases, last through adulthood. It is one of the most common childhood conditions, affecting anywhere...
Suicide Prevention: What you need to know
A friend one day confides that she's considering "ending it all." That her life has become so terribly unbearable, there is no reason to go on. After the initial shock, your first reaction may be to shrug off the suicide threat and assure the friend that her life...
Depression: What you need to know
If you feel sad, anxious or empty, or experience feelings of hopelessness, guilt, or worthlessness that don’t go away for weeks at a stretch, you may be experiencing depression.
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How School Social Workers Help Schools and Communities
Margaret Gibelman, DSW 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. These professionals use their understanding of...
How To Resolve Your Child Custody Dispute
By Tobias Desjardins, LCSW Excerpted from A New Way To Win: How To Resolve Your Child Custody Dispute Without Giving Up, Giving In, or Going Broke Understanding what is at stake in a custody battle is critical. As a child custody mediator and therapist specializing in...
Manage Stress Triggers to Reduce Your Stress Levels
By L.B. (LeslieBeth) Wish, Ed.D, MSS No one can avoid stress. In fact, it’s a necessary part of life. Stress symptoms such as rapid heart beat, sweating and feeling fearful are basic survival reactions that signal people that they must become more alert and ready to...