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In this study, a systematic review compliant with Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses standards was conducted to identify evidence-based interventions used to improve student self-care practice in social work education. In the four studies meeting inclusion criteria, ...
Self-care is widely recognized as critical to social work practice, yet little empirical support or practical guidance exists in the literature to steer social workers in its implementation. Self-care may not only be crucial in preventing secondary traumatic stress, burnout, and high staff turnover...
You might be working from home – or trying to work from home – while struggling through home schooling or nursing an elderly parent. Or maybe you’re on the front lines, providing essential services – thank you! Struggling to find the silver lining in our changed world? As the world ...
Cox and Steiner point to their research indicating that social workers “fail to practice self-care because they become wrapped up in a state of mind that suggests that they need to work nonstop. They view self-care as an activity that they don’t have time for.” ...
Similarly, if you go too long without taking care of yourself emotionally, you will burn out or melt down. It doesn't matter if you are Mr. Rogers or Mother Teresa – even the most loving people in the world can't take care of others unless they take care of themselves, too. ...
With the rise in popularity of online therapy, it’s generally easier than ever to get help. Platforms likeBetterHelpare often specifically designed to match individuals with mental health professionals who have experience helping people create a plan to care for their mental health. You can speak...
How can I reduce stress in my life? From there, you can work on building a personalized toolkit that takes those insights into account. Find your social support system. “Social support is a universally important form of self-care, particularly for sex workers because they are often closeted,...
How to practice: Take time to introspect. Ask yourself questions like, “How have I contributed to this situation?” or “What can I do differently next time?” This isn’t about self-blame but about self-awareness and growth. RELATED READINGSelf-Respect in a Relationship: 10 Signs & Ways...
The literature suggests that students are particularly vulnerable to these conditions as they enter their field placements due to their lack of professional practice experience. To address this educational need among social work students, this article provides suggestions for incorporating material on ...