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Making It Easier to Become a Mental Health Helper

June 26, 2026

California has long faced a shortage of people who can help with mental health. Many families wait months to get care, and clinics are often empty of staff. Instead of asking why there aren’t enough helpers, we should look at how hard it is to become one. Social workers who can treat patients

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Why Social Work Education Needs a Reality Check

January 16, 2026

Social work education is under fire in Alaska. Critics argue that students are being forced to adopt a specific political agenda. But is this really the case, or is there more to the story? Alaska is a diverse state. Over 15% of its population identifies as American Indian or Alaska Native. The sta