NASW Blogs

NASW blogs educate the public about the services social workers provide, keep members and the social work profession informed about association activities, and help social workers interact with the media.

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Ask a Social Worker: My Son Is Threatening Suicide

Parenting a suicidal child, no matter that child’s age, is one of the most stressful things a parent can do. On top of that, you have the added stress of disagreeing with your husband about the best way to respond to your son’s distress, the fact that he dropped out of college, and confusion about the best next step.

Tips for Older Adults to Remain Active and Engaged

Isolation can increase the risk of mortality, falls, and re-hospitalization among older adults. Feelings of loneliness have a negative impact upon an individual’s physical and mental health, and perceived aloneness may contribute to cognitive decline. Social isolation makes seniors more vulnerable to elder abuse, and it can instill a sense of pessimism about the future.

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The AI Revolution in Social Work: NASW’s Call for Action

NASW recognizes that AI’s potential is vast, but without careful consideration and strategic planning, it could leave our profession behind. As AI develops at breakneck speed, social workers must be actively involved in shaping its integration into our practice.

Social Workers Must Take a Stand: SAVE Act is Direct Attack on Democracy

Democracy is not self-sustaining. It survives only when those of us committed to justice, equity, and human dignity fight to protect it. As social workers, we are not just service providers, we are advocates, organizers, and protectors of civil rights.

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