Adolescents in Cyberspace

Posted by GVT Admin on Jan 29, 2025 10:25:11 AM

Adolescents in Cyberspace

Social media is ubiquitous and intricately interwoven with the lives of people. Social media includes web and mobile platforms that allow individuals to connect with others within a virtual network where they can share, co-create or exchange various forms of digital content, including information, messages, photos, or videos. There are an estimated 5.2 billion social media users worldwide. Adults make a clear distinction between online and offline social interactions, while this distinction is less evident in young people. They grow up with plentiful online resources to interact and communicate with others, making them digital natives.

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Topics: mental health, social issues

Elderly Alcohol Abuse

Posted by GVT Admin on Jan 22, 2025 11:06:11 AM

Elderly Alcohol Abuse 

An alarming new study shows that alcohol-related death rates more than doubled in the past two decades, with particularly high levels among older Americans.

"Alcohol is the leading avoidable cause of premature death and disability in the United States," says Charles H. Hennekens, M.D. an author of the study published in the American Journal of Medicine. Within high-income countries, up to 87% of older people use alcohol, with up to 45% at risk of health complications resulting from their alcohol intake.

The dramatic increase in alcohol-related deaths (such as from cirrhosis and alcohol poisoning) was especially high among 55- to 64-year-olds. That group had the highest level of mortality - with 39.3 deaths per 100,000 people. The numbers rose from 15.9 to 27.1 deaths per 100,000 for 65-to74-year-olds.

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Topics: Elderly/Aging Long Term Care

The Vital Role of Social Workers in Assisting Human Trafficking Victims

Posted by Kim Hickman on Jan 21, 2025 11:30:00 AM

The Vital Role of Social Workers in Assisting Human Trafficking Victims

Human trafficking remains one of the gravest human rights violations worldwide, affecting an estimated 27.6 million people globally in forced labor, sexual exploitation, and other forms of modern slavery, according to recent reports from the International Labour Organization. While governments, non-profits, and international organizations continue to combat this crisis, social workers stand at the front lines, providing critical support to victims as they embark on their journey toward healing and empowerment. Let’s explore how social workers play an indispensable role in aiding human trafficking survivors.

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Topics: Victim Services

What Society Values

Posted by GVT Admin on Jan 15, 2025 11:30:00 AM

What Society Values

Social work has always been considered a "low paying profession". In the beginning, it wasn't a profession at all. Women with big hearts and tons of empathy reached out to help society's unfortunates, and that image of the social work profession has persisted to this day. With the Industrial Revolution, immigrants flowed into the U.S. and lived in dire poverty until they were assimilated into the economy of the 20th century. Cheek by jowl with wealthier neighbors, their poverty was uncomfortably visible in major American cities, and social work as a paid profession began to emerge. By the 1950s, social workers were required to be college level educated and finally, by the 1970s, required an advanced degree to rise to the top of their profession. Over the 20th century, social work had journeyed from well-meaning volunteers to highly educated professionals without society taking notice. As a result, proper pay has always lagged the professional status of social work giving social work the reputation of a comparatively "low paying profession".

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Topics: what social workers do, social issues

The Importance of Data Compilation in Case Management

Posted by GVT Admin on Jan 15, 2025 10:16:13 AM

The Importance of Data Compilation in Case Management

Effective case management relies heavily on accurate and comprehensive data. The compilation of data is not just a task—it's a critical component of successful case management. But why is data compilation crucial and what are the best practices and tools that can help you excel in this area?

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Topics: nonprofit funding, nonprofit management, Case Management Strategies

Identifying Client Needs: A Key Component of Effective Case Management

Posted by GVT Admin on Jan 13, 2025 11:30:00 AM

Identifying Client Needs:  A Key Component of Effective Case Mangement 

Effective case management plays an essential role in social work and human services, helping professionals like case managers and social workers create tailored solutions that meet each client's unique needs.

A fundamental aspect of this process is identifying client needs. Without a comprehensive understanding of these needs, case managers may struggle to create actionable, personalized plans that lead to successful outcomes.

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Topics: Case Management Strategies

Enhancing Behavioral Health with Case Management Software

Posted by GVT Admin on Jan 10, 2025 11:00:00 AM

Enhancing Behavioral Health with Case Management Software

In the realm of behavioral health, effective case management is vital for delivering patient-centered care and improving clinical outcomes. Implementing robust case management strategies can streamline workflows, enhance communication, and provide personalized support to individuals. Here's how integrating essential case management strategies can revolutionize behavioral health services:

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Topics: mental health

Why No One Knew

Posted by GVT Admin on Jan 8, 2025 11:30:00 AM

Why No One Knew 

2024 was plagued with violent outbursts of mass killing resulting in multiple deaths almost 10 times a week. Stanford University defines mass killings as three more victims not due to gang violence or the drug trade. A total of 711 people have been killed and 2,363 people have been wounded in 585 shootings. For each of the last four years there have been more than 600 mass shootings - almost two a day on average.

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Topics: mental health

Optimizing Child and Family Services with Case Management Software

Posted by GVT Admin on Jan 6, 2025 11:00:00 AM

Optimizing Child and Family Services with Case Management Software

In the evolving world of child and family services, ensuring efficient management and delivering high-quality care is paramount. If you’re looking to streamline your processes, enhance communication, and improve outcomes, child and family case management software can be a game-changer.

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Topics: case management software, Family and Child Welfare

2024 Annual Homelessness Assessment Report

Posted by GVT Admin on Jan 3, 2025 9:00:44 AM

2024 Annual Homelessness Assessment Report 

A recent report by The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development caught our eye and since we have written extensively about homelessness, we could not start 2025 without bringing these last words from 2024 to our readers' attention. We will publish our "Ahead in 2025" blog next week.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) released its 2024 Annual Homelessness Assessment Report

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Topics: Homeless & Food Pantry

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