The social worker as an educator for self-control

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An emphasis on self-control can regenerate the declining belief that social workers can help solve individual problems. The goals of social work can be fully satisfied with the development of self-control intervention as a treatment option. Social workers should convert themselves into educators of self-help and perpetuators of preventive approaches. They should teach, train and supervise the development of self-control skills.

Training, Self-control, Self control

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Politically oriented social work intervention

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This article discusses the significance of understanding national politics when practicing social work intervention. The author argues understanding political policy is often crucial for the social worker, especially when attempting to implement social change, and when involved with an intervention to procede with extreme caution in order not to create a political debate or appear judgemental.

Methods, Management, Politics, Social change, Intervention (Civil procedure)

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Occupational social work and job retention supports: an international perspective

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This article discusses the influence globalization is having on international employment and the significance of occupational social work. The author argues that globalization is creating higher unemployment rates among women, minorities, and youth, and suggests occupational social work practice refocus on job retention supports through an international exchange of knowledge.

Employment, Women, Influence, International economic relations, Minorities, Youth, Minority employees, Youth employment

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