National Association of Social Workers
About Us
The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) is the largest organization of professional social workers in the world, with 150,000 members, 90% of whom hold master’s degrees in social work. There are chapters in every state in the U.S., as well as Washington, D.C., New York City, Guam, Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, and an International Chapter. NASW works to promote the well-being of individuals, families and communities. Through advocacy, it aims to shape legislation and public policy that:
Articles by National Association of Social Workers
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Strategies of Parenting
Introduction When providing therapy it is common to see patterns, especially within families. More and more, I am...
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Topics: Teen Pregnancy | Family Issues
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Think Your Teen Needs Counseling?
Introduction Counseling teens can be tricky business. Often when social workers receives a call for help to counsel a...
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Evaluating a Child Care Center
Introduction A child care center should not just be a place where you drop off your child in the morning and pick him...
Topics: Early Years (Birth-5) | Choosing Child Care -
Youth Development Tip Sheet
Introduction Listed here are twenty research-based tips for families (including youth themselves) for actions that will...
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Teaching Kids Patience
Introduction Patience is a virtue that can be instilled in children. Patience teaches children the value of delaying...
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Teaching Kids Honesty
Introduction Honesty is a virtue and it can be taught to children. Teaching the value of honesty to children is part of...
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Single Moms Living Well—Yes You Can!
Introduction Many single mothers are raising their families on one income. Often that income is small to medium, and...
Topics: Motherhood | Divorce Issues -
BETCHA You Can Become a Stress Conquering Mom
Introduction The BETCHA process (Breath, Evaluate, Think, Choose, Heart Approach, and Act Appropriately) can help you...
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Moms Thrive in Connection: Establishing and Maintaining Friendships
Introduction “I’m going stir crazy just home alone all day talking to a two year old!” “All I do is schedule...
Topics: Motherhood
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