By (Rose) Rosalie J. (Russo) Gleicher, DSW, LMSW, CRC Introduction The Diagnosis Definition of Congenital Heart Defect Dealing With the Diagnosis Causes of Congenital Heart Defect The Healing Process Treatment Options What Can Social Workers Do to Help The Future...
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Cancer: How Women Survive a Diagnosis
Here are some suggestions to help women focus on taking good care of themselves and surviving a cancer crisis.
Disabilities: How Social Workers Help
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Social Security Benefits for People Living With HIV/AIDS
By Evelyn P. Tomaszewski, MSW, ACSW Introduction Brief Summary of Eligibility Required Documentation Determining Disability Application Process Presumptive SSI Benefits More Information Resources Introduction People living with HIV/AIDS may qualify for...
Pain Management for Children With Chronic Illnesses
By Natalie S. Robinson, MSW, LSW Introduction Distraction Message Heat Relaxation Techniques Therapy Medication Management Introduction As a parent, you want to protect you children from everything that can harm them. You teach them not to talk to...
HIV/AIDS: How Social Workers Help
Introduction Here are two articles illustrating how social workers help individuals with HIV/AIDS. HIV/AIDS How Social Workers Help Working With Immigrants Who Have HIV/AIDS
Immigrants with HIV/AIDS: How social workers help
Many undocumented clients remain in the United States after their visas expire because the quality of health care is better than what they could access in their home country.
Sickle Cell Disease Pain Control With Children
By Natalie S. Robinson, MSW, LSW Introduction A Disabling Pain Sickle Cell Pain Management An Increased Tolerance for Narcotics and Necessary Coping Skills How Social Workers Can Help Conclusion Introduction Sickle-Shaped Red Blood Vessels Image from the...
HIV/AIDS in Women and Adolescents
HIV/AIDS and Women HIV/AIDS and Adolescents Exposure, Risk Factors, and Transmission Grassroots Efforts to Increase Awareness of the HIV/AIDS Epidemic With Teens HIV/AIDS and Women The number of women with HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) infection and AIDS...
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By Yvette Coln, MSW, ACSW, BCD What Is Arthritis? Should People With Arthritis Exercise? How Does Exercise Fit Into a Treatment Plan for People With Arthritis? What Types of Exercise Are Most Suitable for Someone With Arthritis? How Does a Person With Arthritis Start...
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