by NASW Media | Jul 21, 2011 | Health & Wellness
By Leah Stoltz and Silas Kelly, MSW-S What is Scoliosis? Scoliosis is a sideways curvature of the spine that occurs most often during the growth spurt just before puberty, according to the Mayo Clinic. While scoliosis can be caused by conditions such as cerebral palsy...
by NASW Media | Jul 11, 2011 | Health & Wellness
By Karol Ward, MSW, LCSW Chapter Six: Food and Mood In this chapter, we will examine how food can be either our friend or foe when it comes to managing our worry. We will examine what lies beneath our food choices and how emotions, such as worry, can create problems...
by | Jun 14, 2011 | Kids & Families
By Bette J. Freedson, LCSW, LICSW Eliminating toddler tantrums altogether is impossible. Managing them reasonably well is possible. Tantrum avoidance begins at home. If you do your “home work,” you will be more prepared to diffuse tantrums when they occur...
by | May 17, 2011 | Mind & Spirit
By John D. Weaver, MSW, LCSW, BCD, ACSW, CBHE Someone you know has just shared his or her story of having been physically, sexually, and/or emotionally abused. This could be the first time he or she has told anyone, or maybe it is just the first time it was shared...
by NASW Media | Apr 5, 2011 | Uncategorized
By George Anderson, MSW, BCD Anger and aggression are often the product of frustration, a feeling of powerlessness, and even deep sadness. Listening is the most important skill in defusing anger. Listening with your heart means trying to determine how the other person...
by NASW Media | Mar 9, 2011 | Kids & Families, Mind & Spirit
Q&A with Anna M. Scheyett, PhD, MSW, LCSW What can a family do when they believe an adult child is mentally ill? When an adult child has a mental illness, it can be a very frightening and painful time. Know that ignoring your concerns won’t make them go...
by | Jan 10, 2011 | Mind & Spirit
By Dr. LeslieBeth Wish, Ed.D., MSS, MA Another holiday, another stressor. Valentine’s Day. You can barely avoid it. Red-laced hearts atop lingerie displays, the sales women offer you the latest scent, the ads for expensive watches. Even for those of us who...
by NASW Media | Jan 7, 2011 | Mind & Spirit
Q&A with William Shryer, MSW, LCSW What is Asperger’s syndrome and how is it different from ADHD? Asperger’s Syndrome is a variant of autism. While it is possible to have both ADHD and Asperger’s, Asperger’s is often misdiagnosed as ADHD. A...
by | Dec 7, 2010 | Kids & Families
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...
by | Nov 17, 2010 | Mind & Spirit
By Maribel Quiala, MSW, LCSW Introduction Peace, Joy and many guests (sometimes unwelcome guests) like Depression and Stress, which can affect your health and ruin your holidays. Planning ahead, being realistic and seeking Help (support) in time of need can...
