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New Words in Social Work Education (2023)

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New Words in Social Work Education (2023)

The field of social work is constantly evolving, and the vocabulary used in education reflects these changes. Here are some new words and terms that have emerged in social work education in recent years:

Emerging Technologies:

  • The digital divide is the gap in access to technology, the internet, and digital skills between different groups in society.
  • Telehealth: the use of video conferencing and other technologies to deliver healthcare services remotely.
  • Telehealth equity: ensuring equitable access to telehealth services for all populations.
  • AI for social good: the use of artificial intelligence for social impact, such as in poverty reduction, education, and healthcare.
  • Blockchain for social good: The use of blockchain technology for social impact, such as in supply chain transparency and disaster relief,.
  • Social VR/AR: The use of virtual reality and augmented reality technologies for social work interventions, such as exposure therapy and social skills training.

Social Justice and Equity:

  • Intersectionality: The interconnectedness of various social identities, such as race, gender, class, and sexual orientation, and their impact on individual experiences.
  • Critical race theory: an academic framework that examines how race and racism are embedded in legal systems and social institutions.
  • Decolonization is the process of dismantling colonial structures and practices within social work and other fields.
  • Anti-racism is the active and ongoing process of identifying and stopping racism in all its forms.
  • Equity-based practice: social work practice that aims to achieve fair and just outcomes for all individuals and communities.

Emerging Populations:

  • Neurodiversity: the recognition and understanding of diverse neurological profiles, including autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, and dyslexia.
  • Climate refugees are people displaced from their homes due to climate change and environmental disasters.
  • The gig economy: the increasing prevalence of temporary and contract-based work arrangements.
  • Food insecurity: the lack of access to sufficient and nutritious food.
  • Opioid crisis: the widespread public health crisis associated with opioid addiction.

Other Notable Terms:

  • Culturally responsive practice: social work practice that is sensitive to and respectful of the cultural values, beliefs, and experiences of diverse populations.
  • Trauma-informed care: A framework for understanding and responding to the impact of trauma on individuals and communities.
  • Self-care is the practice of taking care of oneself physically, mentally, and emotionally.
  • Mindfulness: paying attention to the present moment without judgment.
  • Resilience is the ability to bounce back from adversity and challenges.

Please note: This is not an exhaustive list, and new words and terms are constantly emerging in the field of social work.

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