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Winter 2026 Issue

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When Virtual Worlds Meet Real-World Practice
Immersive technology is revolutionizing social work education, allowing students to practice high-stakes scenarios without risking real-world consequences.

In Case of Detention
Whether they work in immigration services or other sectors, social workers should be prepared to support clients concerned about the possibility of detention and deportation.

Social Work Licensure
Ensuring professional standards of practice, social work licensure continues to change along with societal needs and evolution of the profession.

Navigating Funding Cuts to Mental Health Services
Legislative changes related to mental and behavioral health funding are impacting Medicaid recipients, social work students, mental health professionals, and others.

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Editor’s Note
A Season of Transition

Practice Matters
Social workers can enhance their effectiveness through collaboration as members of interprofessional teams.

Health Care
Hospital social workers can move beyond just discharge planning to leading mental health innovation in acute hospitals.

Remote Social Work
For a social worker working from home, connection and advocacy happens via computer screen.

Children and Families
The Female Growth and Development Study examines the biological effects of child maltreatment.

LGBTQ+ Partner Violence
LGBTQIA2S+ people experience intimate partner violence at equal or higher rates than their heterosexual and cisgender peers, but survivors remain underserved.

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