Linking Theory to Practice | Example

LINKING THEORY TO PRACTICE IN SOCIAL WORK

How do social workers link theories to practice? In this article, I will explore how a social theory (Durkheim’s theory) can be linked to practice helping us understand how social norms, standards, values, and a shared common purpose can result in a solidified community. How to link theory to practice Harrington (2002) highlights that social …

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Anxiety Signs & Symptoms You Can Make Sense of

ANXIETY SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS

Would you like to know more about anxiety signs and symptoms? In this article, I’m going to explain the signs and symptoms of anxiety you can make sense of. Let’s explore this further.  What is an anxiety disorder? Anxiety is a normal feeling that we all experience sometimes. This is because we all have times …

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5 Mental Health Problems You Can’t Always See

MENTAL HEALTH PROBLEMS YOU CAN'T ALWAYS SEE

There are some mental health problems you can’t always see. Sometimes someone will say they’re OK when they’re actually suffering from some form of mental health problem. Some symptoms cannot be seen, and the individual remains in constant battle with themselves. As Nicole Lyons rightly highlights, “I have never seen battles quite as terrifyingly beautiful …

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Assessing and Managing Risk in Mental Health

Assessing and managing risk in mental health

When assessing and managing risk in mental health, it is useful to consider the use of specific care frameworks or risk assessment and management models. What is risk assessment and management in mental health? Risk assessment and management in mental health entails people working in mental health services to have a duty of care towards …

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Recovery in Mental Health | Case Example

Recovery in mental health

For some people, recovery in mental health means gaining hope, improved health and wellness. So what is recovery in mental health? Recovery in mental health means developing an insight into one’s disabilities,  understanding one’s abilities, having personal autonomy and a positive outlook on life. In this article, I will show how I analysed mental health …

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What are the Forms of Anxiety Disorders

forms of anxiety disorders

Do you understand the different forms of anxiety? Forms of anxiety disorders Forms of anxiety disorders can manifest in different ways. It isn’t one size fits all. There are five different forms of anxiety disorder. When is an anxiety disorder diagnosed? An anxiety disorder is diagnosed when a person experiences fear, which causes significant impairment …

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What is Interprofessional Collaboration in Social Work?

interprofessional collaboration in social work

Have you ever wondered what interprofessional collaboration is all about? Well, within interprofessional collaboration, health and social care professionals work in partnership with other agencies, the people they support, carers and family. Quick Navigation What is interprofessional collaboration in social work? Interprofessional collaboration in social work is when more than two or more professionals come …

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10 Winter Goals You Need to Accomplish

WINTER GOALS

Setting winter goals has been on my mind. Usually in the winter, I enjoy curling up around an excellent book and often dream away. Although I have never thought of setting winter goals, this year I am trying it. Every passing day of the autumn makes me realise that winter is not far now. We …

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