social work Archive
The semester on my first year as a professor is coming to a close. With it I’ve gained a much truer sense of who I am, and a greater appreciation for my past professors. Teaching was probably the most rewarding …
Eating disorders are usually overlooked in men. Much of the media attention devoted to bulimia and anorexia nervosa tends to focus on women. Karen Carpenter made headlines when she passed away as a result of her struggle with anorexia. Lily …
How many adoptive parents, like me, have been told what heroes we are and how selfless we were to have adopted an orphaned child? How many of these same (well meaning) people have told us how lucky our children are …
It’s the most wonderful time of the year. When our hearts should be growing and work should be slowing because our day grows near! It’s the most wonderful time of the year! No, it’s not the holidays, but it is …
In an effort to provide youth who are at risk of entering foster care mental health counseling, Los Angeles County is betting on computers and iPads. Last week, the county’s Board of Supervisors approved a $547,500 plan in which the …
March is National Social Work month, and there will be a lot of talk about the importance of social workers. But for all of the praise heaped on the profession, there sure seems to be a lack of support for …
An In-depth Look at Social WorkJim RobertsVoice of our CEO Tirelessly endeavoring to enhance our collective quality of life, promoting social justice and improving the wellbeing of the community--this is Social Work. “SOCIAL” relates to the broader collective community; and …
Those who are looking for a way to make a difference and who are in search of a career that will allow them to use their skills to help others should look no further than the healthcare field. With so …
The Center for Financial Social Work is excited to announce that Reeta Wolfson, CMSW will be the keynote speaker at the 2016 Alabama Financial Education and Professional Development Summit. This free program, hosted by Financial Education Outreach in partnership …
Are you a social worker who wishes to empower others to make long-term financial behavior change? If empowering others to improve their financial circumstances is your goal, then you must first start by healing a very important relationship. This …
