Does High Altitude Affect Suicide Risk - American Journal of Psychiatry

I never thought of this.  AZCentral.com reports on research published in the  American Journal of Psychiatry...  "For years, researchers have observed that U.S. suicide rates appear to be highest among residents of the so-called "Intermountain West" region of the country. Now, fresh research points to a possible explanation: high altitudes."

The research shows a connection between the metabolic

Lindsey Lohan Case - Will the Co-Dependent Behavior Ever End?

So, once again, Lindsey Lohan, is out of jail.... and not in a treatment facility either. This article in the Los Angeles Times questions  whether Lohan is receiving special treatment. I'd like to ask, why she is not IN treatment?

According to the Times, ... in posting bail, Lohan must agree to conditions including wearing a SCRAM alcohol and drug detection device, refraining from being in areas

The Benefit of Customizing Your Resume for a Job You Want

I came across this article today and felt that it would be helpful to social workers who are applying for jobs. The focus of the article is customization. Let's say you are applying for a job working with geriatric patients at a hospital. You could change the focus of your resume from one that highlights your youth work to one that  features your knowlege of medical terminology, your work at a

Danger to self or others? - Florida minister wants to burn the Koran

According to MSNBC, "The government turned up the pressure Tuesday on the head of a small Florida church who plans to burn copies of the Quran on Sept. 11, warning him that doing so could endanger U.S. troops and Americans everywhere."

This fellow is an extremist just as those who attacked the World Trade Center were extremists. I have heard that over 30 followers have left his church. I commend

Top Ten Tips for a Successful Social Work Job Interview

There are quick and easy ways to prepare for a social work job interview and to interview well. When you are applying for a social work position, you will be judged on your background, experience, fit for the position and interpersonal skills. Here are some tips that will lead you to being one of the top candidates... More: Interview Tips from Social Work World.

Social Work Degree or Not?

We've been having quite a few questions on the Social Work World listserv from people who are trying to decide whether or not they should get a MSW. Some think that a counseling degree or psychology degree will suffice. Fortunately they are looking forward toward licensure. They ask if a counseling license is as good as a social work license, etc.

Of course knowing that the listserv is chock

How To Find Genuine Work At Home Opportunities

The Internet has exploded with opportunities for those who are looking for an additional stream of income or want to break away from their current 9-5 and have more flexibility while working at home.

There isn’t a single type of person that wants to work from home. It can run the gamut from the stay-at-home moms who want to find opportunities to the executive who has recently been laid off and needs to find something in the meantime to tide himself over. Whether you simply want to make a little extra cash or you are trying to bridge the gap between full-time to flex-time work, there is something for everyone who is looking to find a work at home opportunity.

But, how do you find the right opportunities for yourself? If you have done any research at all, you will realize that there is not a shortage of scams out there. You have to be prudent in your choices so you don’t end up spending time or money on a so-called opportunity that is of little to no worth. Here are some legitimate sources that will help you on the road to freedom and flexibility.
What Opportunities Are There Out There?

1. Freelance Writing

Freelance writing is an opportunity that does not necessarily require a lot of experience though it is helpful if you have it. There are countless topics that clients are willing to pay to have content written for and you do not have to be an expert in order to write about it. If you do the right kind of research, freelance writing can be a lucrative endeavour. There are a many reputable sites such as oDesk and Freelance that offer thousands of opportunities at a time.

Another way to find resources for freelance writing is to network. If you know someone who is already writing from home, then ask him or her how they got started. You may be surprised how many opportunities come from putting yourself out there and asking the right questions.

2. Customer Service or Technical Support

If you want to continue working in a field that you are familiar with or have experience such as customer service, sales or technical support, there are sources out there that can help. Sites like Arise and Solo Gig have listings for a variety of consulting or contract positions. For Arise, you must become certified as an Arise Certified Professional. Once this happens, you are in control and have the ability to choose which clients you will work for, how many hours, etc. Solo Gig lists offers that need to be filled quickly. If you are skilled in the technical or professional arena, you can find positions that need placement as soon as possible.

3. Odd Jobs and Tasks

There is a growing community of employers who do not have the time to complete a variety of tasks. These tasks can range from the very simple to the more complicated. For example, there may be jobs that require creating a spreadsheet or another that wants to have forms filled out online. It really could be anything but the common factor is that it is a task that usually does not require a lot of time. There are sites where you can find many different types of short term offers. A couple of examples are Short Task and Live Work.

Finding legitimate work opportunities from home can be extremely time consuming if you don’t know where to look. If you are able to streamline your efforts then you can put that energy into finding the right job that will allow the flexibility and freedom you have been longing for!

Great E-mails for CEU's and Articles of Interest

I just unsubscribed to one of the most interesting and helpful CE e-mail newsletters I have seen. Why? Well, I am retired and not in practice. But I thought I would share this resource with you and copy this week's edition so you could consider subscribing:

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Mental Health Continuing Education

September 1, 2010 - Vol. 12 Issue 9

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