La Sierra University Social Work

A month of social work advocacy as seen through the eyes of social work policy students. Year 2 May 2022

[La Sierra University Social Work @LaSierraSW]

Could your loved one be suffering from anosognosia?
A common symptom of anosognosia is becoming angry or defensive when confronted about being mentally ill or forgetful. Learn more by following @NAMICommunicate

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Post by policy student, Jaqueline Luna.

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Follow @lasierrauniversity_socialwork on IG to see visual steps of what is important for child stability. Maybe
you’ll learn something about yourself! #childdevelopment #childawareness #healthierhumans

Post by policy student, Ashley Avila.

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Follow @ckyourprivilege and @latinoSWs and become part of the next generation of social workers working toward actively anti-racist practice and increasing people of color in the field. #togetherwecansw #nextgensocialwork #representationinSW

Post by policy student, Cindy Canela

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Thank you @kpthrive for sharing the benefits of having a sketching journal. Journaling in any form is an amazing act of self-care. Sometimes words are difficult, so when in doubt DRAW-IT-OUT!
https://t.co/g3IRxx71fU

#drawitout#journaling#selfcare

Post by Marielena Feliciano.

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Ethnic Studies seeks to engage racism and colonialism by reflecting on ecological devastation, health deterioration, cultural liveliness, and geographies of change and discrimination. @ACLU @NAACP
#DiverseEducation #EthnicStudies #CriticalRace

Post by student, Akosua Atuahene.

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With rates nearly doubling since 1993, suicide is now the third leading cause of death among African American youth. We must unite to mitigate this situation. Follow @MHTTCNetwork & @psmhttc to learn more. #MentalHealth #AntiBlackYouthSuicide
Post by policy student, @Ambeezy515

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Use your voice to help prevent child abuse. Speak up! If you suspect, report! 1-800-442-4918 (Riverside County).
#familyserviceassociation #childabuseprevention #SpeakUpMen

Post by social policy student, Carmen Wong.

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Are you too critical with yourself? Do something nice for yourself today! It is important to love and care for yourself. #wholesnessiswhoyouare #wholenssnotperfection #selflovejourney #wholeness #selflove #mywellbeing @JayShettyIW

Post by policy student, Harkirat Kaur.

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Follow @judithheumann to learn more about the work many disability activists are doing to close the
gaps in the American Healthcare System #QualityHealthcareIsARight #BIPOCHealthDisparities

This post was created by policy student, Cameron Martinez.

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Homelessness is a persistent grand challenge in our country. Veteran homelessness accounts for a large number of those living without homes. Follow @NCHVorg and become part of the solution to end homelessness. #EndHomelessness #Veterans

Post by policy student, Maria Hillyer.

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Follow @NIMHgov for the latest research on mental health disorders and also get tips and resources to help you take care of your own mental health! #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #MentalHealthInformation #MentalHealthMatters

Post created be senior policy student, Adrian Segura.

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It is so important to take time for yourself and find clarity. The most important relationship is the one you have with yourself. #mentalhealth #anxiety #loveyourself @LACDMH @ruhsbh

Post by policy student Alishia Koshmerl

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ADAA Executive Director Susan Gurley addresses impacts on BIPOC communities such as stigmas, racism, language and cultural differences, need for diverse providers, and the lack of access to care and treatment.
Read the blog post: https://t.co/Owy79fx0ln

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Per ASPCA, each year, approximately 920,000 shelter animals are euthanized (390,000 dogs and 530,000 cats). Call 1-800-248 SPAY to find low-cost services near you. https://t.co/m27x9hcNwa #spayandneuter #prevent

Post created by social policy student Theresa Han-Sebti

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Happy Social Work Month!
#socialwork
#bsw
#TheTimeIsNow

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So glad to see our students IRL. Welcome to the 2021-2022 school year future social workers!
#socialwork #bsw #collegelife #lasierrauniversity

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Coping skills can help you better deal with stressful situations. Have any to add? Which ones work
for you? #MentalHealthMatters #CopingSkills #itsokaynottobeokay

Post by @MikeOfNBR

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Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the U.S., affecting 40 million adults every year. Follow @got_anxiety for tips on how to cope with any anxiety you may be experiencing.

#Anxiety #ItsOkayToNotBeOkay #MentalHealth

Post by student, Michelle Torres.