You never know what kind of battles people have faced, or are still facing; so be empathetic, and be patient. What do you do to stop negative stigmas of mental health? I do it by reminding myself to not make judgements until I know more information. #SUSocialWork@bmiller21502 https://t.co/pmD5yFbfRN
"We won’t always feel the same, even if we are battling similar problems."
Elizabeth discusses why we all have a role to play in ending mental health stigma by respecting others' experiences: https://t.co/xJjGRXUxkG
Music has always been a huge coping skill for me, and my go to for expressing my thoughts or feelings when I didn't know how to put them into my own words. Sometimes the right song could help make me feel so much better. How does music help you? #SUSocialWork@bmiller21502 https://t.co/N3jAhAjZYm
There are countless studies that attribute positive #health outcomes to listening to #music – from easing physical pain to boosting our cognitive functions. Musician Brandon Fox used songwriting to help him recover from a substance use disorder. #mentalhealth
Talk it out! Take the time to think, analyze, and express your thoughts and feelings to those who you feel comfortable talking with. Sometimes you just have to verbalize it to get it off your chest. I know this helps me a lot! What about you? #SUsocialwork@bmiller21502 https://t.co/h81gW79i1S
I'm happy to announce I've accepted a new position with my current agency, and will be starting as a new medication and resource coordinator on April 30! Using my BASW, expanding my knowledge, experience, and practice social work! @bmiller21502#SUsocialwork
Just because social workers are "professional fixers", doesn't mean we can "fix" everything. Sometimes the best thing to do is just be quiet and listen. How do you resolve conflicts with your partner(s)? #SUsocialwork@bmiller21502 https://t.co/3WtcTHskiN
"Sometimes rather than trying to 'fix a problem', it's better to listen to your partner. Be a safe place for them to turn to". Read how to support a partner with depression: https://t.co/UIyIa9quvJ
When working with the homeless population, its been proven that meeting basic needs first (food, clothing, water, & shelter) makes it easier to focus on other needs (mental health). The Housing First approach explains why. https://t.co/F7mfGpsYPW @bmiller21502#SUSocialWork
One of the roles of a social worker is to be an advocate, and another is to be a policy maker. We need to push for reform of the Mental Health Act to be beneficial for today's society. What change would you like to see with the Mental Health Act? #SUSocialWork@bmiller21502 https://t.co/OyPTDPZPsg
On this day 3 years ago, the Minister for Mental Health instructed her Dept. to draw up new mental health legislation to reflect the 165 changes recommended by an Expert Group review of the Mental Health Act. Since then, no Bill has been published and just 1 change has been made.
Self-care is SO very important, no matter what field you work or study in! Taking care of yourself helps you be the best you that you can be! An activity I enjoy doing to help me relax is sewing. What is something that helps you relax? #SUsocialwork@bmiller21502 https://t.co/Y3oK03k0As
A recent poll from @ABC shows that people believe more mental health screening/treatment could have prevented the school shooting in Florida. https://t.co/XwFuWQl1yM I agree, but I'm curious how the screenings would be done, & who would pay for them? #SUsocialwork@bmiller21502
Self-love and self-care are so important!! Check out these great tips and tricks take care of and be happy with yourself! I never thought of the "make yourself a care package" tip. Might have to give it a try! #selflove#SUsocialwork@bmiller21502 https://t.co/r6GnViJgc2