Self-Care A-Z: Dolly Parton’s Self-Care Sparkles—Happy Dolly-Days, Y’all
Dolly Parton sparkles, and we could all use some self-care sparkle right now. In that spirit, here are select wise Dolly-gems to spark self-care.
View ArticleWaking Up - Telehealth, the Pandemic, and a New Normal
My client was talking about feeling isolated, numb, and wanting to return to “normal.” While I understood and supported her desire, I remembered her prior “normal.” I asked, “Are you sure you want to...
View ArticleConservative Approaches to Social Policy: An Interview with Assemblyman Frank...
In this interview with Assemblyman Frank Catania, Sr., a moderate Republican, consider his thoughts on family and its historic role in responding to human need. Consider the moments in which you might...
View ArticleSelf-Advocacy in Social Work: A Time for Reflection
As part of our social work profession, empowerment and advocacy are built in, and advocacy most likely is an inherent part of who you are and your work role. How often do you advocate for yourself?
View ArticleSelf-Care A-Z: Getting Ready for Winter Self-Care
Brrr. Blah. These have been my primary associations with winter. I’m determined to change that. Join me in getting ready to embrace winter.
View ArticleTexas State Board of Education: When We Fail Some Students, We Fail All Students
The Texas State Board of Education is in the process of updating its sex education curriculum for the first time in more than 20 years. What is noticeably absent within this major overhaul is he...
View ArticleGood-Bye 2020, Hello 2021! The New Social Worker's Top Articles for 2020,...
The year 2020 has been anything but predictable. The New Social Worker's list of Top 10 articles for 2020 tell us what has been on social workers' minds. Can you guess? We look forward to spending 2021...
View ArticleFilm Review: Angry Inuk
Watching the documentary film Angry Inuk with your family could help set the stage for growth and healing in the new year. Read our review.
View ArticleSelf-Care A-Z: What “R” Essential Aspects of Self-Care?
These five “R”s of self-care are universal and essential. At the same time, self-care must be individualized to fit one’s values and circumstances.
View ArticlePERSPECTIVE: Are You a Social Worker Guilty of Performative Allyship for...
Social work has yet to have honest conversations about dismantling anti-Black racism and white supremacy within the field. The authors ask social workers to consider the harm of complicity in the face...
View ArticleThe New Social Worker’s Social Work Month Project 2021 Call for Submissions
The New Social Worker magazine is seeking entries for its Social Work Month Project 2021. Get full details on submission requirements.
View ArticleCritical Social Policy, Health, Mental Health, and Disability: An Interview...
Before assemblywoman Shavonda Sumter was elected to the New Jersey state legislature, she worked in hospital administration. In this month’s podcast interview, pay attention to the assemblywoman’s...
View ArticleBook Review: Social Work, Criminal Justice, and the Death Penalty
The New Social Worker's book review of Social Work, Criminal Justice, and the Death Penalty.
View ArticleBook Review: United States Income, Wealth, Consumption, and Inequality
The New Social Worker's book review of United States Income, Wealth, Consumption, and Inequality.
View ArticleBook Review: Sex-Positive Social Work
The New Social Worker's book review of Sex-Positive Social Work
View ArticleUpdate From the Home and Work Environment: Are We Built for This?
What does it mean when work, home, parenting, care-giving, and self-care all happen in the same place? What happens to our sense of self? New challenges are apparent, and the future is unknown.
View ArticleSocial Work Leadership: From Colleague to Mentor to Friend
Becky Corbett pays tribute to her colleague, mentor, and friend, Elizabeth J. “Betsy” Clark, with five lessons learned.
View ArticleI Have My Social Work Degree—Why Do I Have To Take an Exam To Get a License?
Regulatory boards consider four factors when issuing social work licenses: education, moral character, an exam that measures entry-level competence, and supervised experience. The first in a series by...
View ArticleThe Power of Podcasting in Social Work Education
Podcasts promote storytelling and lived experiences, are accessible, and integrate easily into learning management systems. They can be used in class discussions, writing assignments, and assessments.
View ArticleDisenfranchised Trauma: The Impact on Indirect Victims
Much has been written on the effects of sexual abuse on the primary victim. Less has been written on the effects on the family members of survivors, such as siblings. A case study illustrates these...
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