School social workers - have you ever had to explain your role to administrators, parents, or teachers? The way your "brand" is communicated to teachers, parents, counselors, and administrators through words and actions is important. Read more
The U.S. federal government is considering outlawing the use of electronic encryption. What will this mean for confidential electronic communication in social work practice? Read more
Ethics consultation is a process of facilitating critical thinking and empowering social workers (or others) to make effective decisions regarding ethical dilemmas, violations, questions, and processes for dealing with them. Read more
There are a number of reasons for social workers to consider incorporating as a benefit corporation. Benefit corporations must be committed to creating a public benefit in addition to generating a profit. Read more
As we approach conversations on gun violence, we need to keep in mind social work values of integrity, respect, human relationships, and competence. Read more
Regardless of your social work practice area, professional presentation skills are a must. Yet, 75% of people are afraid of public speaking. Read more
You hold a social work degree because you chose social work. Be proud of it and call yourself a social worker. Read more
Over the course of a lifetime, most people will experience at least one potentially traumatizing event. Social workers can take a multi-dimensional, ongoing approach to assessing for PTSD in terminally ill patients. Read more
Is the technology monster sneaking into your life and draining your resources? Read more
There are 80 to 100 autoimmune diseases. As the prevalence of autoimmune disease rises, the number of patients who will seek the support of social workers will also increase. Read more
I am not known for my writing, research, or speaking. I don’t have a program named after me. But over the years, as a social worker, I have interacted with hundreds, probably thousands, of young people. Read more
Book review of Dare to Lead by Brené Brown, reviewed by Lisa Eible. Read more
Book review of White Fragility by Robin Diangelo, reviewed by Lisa Eible. Read more
Book review of Older, Wiser, Shorter by Jane Seskin, reviewed by Linda May Grobman. Read more
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