Social Work Helper

03/18/2025

You know that being kind to others is good for the recipient (obviously), but did you know that it’s also good for the giver too? Yep, that’s right. Being kind to others will improve your mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Here are six reasons that being kind to others makes you feel better, plus ideas for acts of kindness: It boosts your positive emotions....

Helping others will make you and others feel better–a win-win situation. If you’re feeling down, try being kind to your coworkers

02/14/2025

Whether you’re in a committed relationship, swiping to find that special someone, or taking a break from dating, as Valentine’s Day approaches it’s obvious that love is in the air. Experts from the University of New Hampshire share some advice to pinpoint your partner’s passion, design dating that fits you—no matter your age—and how to navigate today’s technology to better make that love connection....

Whether you’re in a committed relationship, swiping to find that special someone, or taking a break from dating, as Valentine’s Day approaches it’s obvious that love is in the air. Experts from the University of New Hampshire share some advice to pinpoint your partner’s passion, design datin...

02/11/2025

What if I told you that mental fitness is something you can develop in the same way you build your physical fitness? Legendary U.S. Marine Corps Gen. James “Mad Dog” Mattis, once said, “The most important six inches on the battlefield is between your ears.” Mattis’ assertion (that the mind matters most when the chips are down and stress levels are high) is actually backed up by science....

What if I told you that mental fitness is something you can develop in the same way you build your physical fitness?

02/11/2025

Beginning February 8th and ending today, Vancouver Canada is the host country for Invictus Games 2025, and it is no surprise these games have been another extraordinary display of bravery and recovery of the wounded veterans participating in this year's games. Team USA sent athletes from all military branches of our government, and they have participated in every game since its inception....

"Heart of Invictus" is a project that goes beyond the glamour of the entertainment. It is a documentary series showcasing the power of sport.

02/07/2025

Tea is more than just refreshment; it is the ideal remedy to heartbreak, a perfect excuse to sit with a loved one and have a hearty chat, and for some of us, the most vital reason to open our eyes in the morning. In addition, a cup of tea can stave off many ailments and provide you with various health benefits....

Tea is more than just refreshment; it is the ideal remedy to heartbreak, a perfect excuse to sit with a loved one and have a hearty chat, and for some of us, the most vital reason to open our eyes in the morning. In addition, a cup of tea can stave off many ailments and […]

02/07/2025

Mental health is something we all deal with at some point in life. Whether it's stress, anxiety, depression, or just feeling overwhelmed, it’s real—and it matters. The good news? God cares about our mental and emotional well-being just as much as our spiritual health. The Bible isn’t just a book of rules; it’s filled with wisdom, comfort, and practical guidance for navigating life’s hardest moments....

Mental health is something we all deal with at some point in life. Whether it's stress, anxiety, depression, or just feeling overwhelmed,

09/09/2024

Since the COVID-19 pandemic, rates of chronic absenteeism have nearly doubled across the nation for students in kindergarten through grade 12. This increase was tied to the mode of instruction during the early years of the pandemic. In particular, schools that employed virtual learning as the primary teaching mode during the 2020-21 school year experienced a greater increase in chronic absenteeism in the following year....

Since the COVID-19 pandemic, rates of chronic absenteeism have nearly doubled across the nation for students in kindergarten through grade 12

12/20/2023

Behind the vibrant facades of our communities lies a silent yet powerful shift in leadership. This change isn't heralded with grand declarations but is found in the quiet resolve of individuals dedicated to understanding and embracing the diversity surrounding them. These leaders are redefining what it means to be at the forefront of social change, not through words, but through actions....

SWHELPER is an award-winning, mission-driven, and progressive news website. We are dedicated to providing news, information, resources, and entertainment related to social work, social justice, and social good.

10/24/2023

Women represent the fastest-growing population in U.S. institutional corrections facilities. In the past four decades, the number of women incarcerated has increased by more than 475%, rising from 26,326 in 1980 to 152,854 in 2020. Because the majority of imprisoned women are mothers, a conservative estimate indicates that at least one million American children have experienced maternal incarceration, and a substantial portion of them are adolescents....

SWHELPER is an award-winning, mission-driven, and progressive news website. We are dedicated to providing news, information, resources, and entertainment related to social work, social justice, and social good.

10/24/2023

Hispanic adults with mental health conditions are 17 percent less likely to receive treatment than their non-Hispanic white counterparts. But what causes this disparity and how can we fix it? That was a question recently posed by Jason Mallonee, D.S.W., an assistant professor in the Department of Social Work at The University of Texas at El Paso. “There’s a higher likelihood of unresolved mental health conditions in this community and we wanted to try to understand that,” Mallonee explained....

SWHELPER is an award-winning, mission-driven, and progressive news website. We are dedicated to providing news, information, resources, and entertainment related to social work, social justice, and social good.

06/06/2023

A multidisciplinary team led by a University at Buffalo social work researcher has developed and tested a new assessment tool that has the potential to help people recover from alcohol and drug addiction. The Multidimensional Inventory of Recovery Capital (MIRC), a project resulting from a roughly $408,000 grant in 2020 from the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, is a reliable measure of resources that contribute to an individual’s successful recovery....

SWHELPER is an award-winning, mission-driven, and progressive news website. We are dedicated to providing news, information, resources, and entertainment related to social work, social justice, and social good.

03/21/2023

Earn up to 5 CEUs for $45 and Regular tickets are $15 dollars. Use code SWHELPER for $5.00. Summit will focus on Diversity, Leadership, and Community. See full agenda at https://summit.swhelper.org