As the longest government shutdown in U.S. history lingers, many workers may be wondering how to make ends meet and use the downtime wisely
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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.
Are you experiencing a mental health crisis?
It’s common to struggle with your mental health at some point in your life. If you’re experiencing any of these signs, know that help is available, and you don’t have to go through this alone.
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.
How to Cope with Race-Based Stress
Systemic racism, social injustice, oppression, voter suppression and police brutality have negatively impacted the mental health of people who are Black and other races for generations.
Self-Care and Mindfulness in Trying Times
Self-care, when practiced daily, can improve the health of individuals, families and communities. What is self-care, and how do we fit it into an already busy life? Self-care falls into several categories: Self-care at work enable a person to work at a consistently...
Preparing Your Family for a Pandemic
In addition to preparing physically, families can prepare for extended physical distancing efforts. This can be the most challenging of all. It will require engagement of the family at many levels.
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As the longest government shutdown in U.S. history lingers, many workers may be wondering how to make ends meet and use the downtime wisely By Faye Beard In the last 50 years, the U.S. government has shut down 23 times, according to the Harvard Kennedy School. At this...
Queer People Should Have Queer Friendships
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