NASW Blogs

NASW blogs educate the public about the services social workers provide, keep members and the social work profession informed about association activities, and help social workers interact with the media.

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How to Date in a Post-Pandemic World

During the coronavirus pandemic lockdowns, dating was a challenge. Safety restrictions created an environment where apps and virtual dates were the only ways to meet new people. But there was a silver lining: the opportunity to get to know a potential partner in slower, creative ways.

What College Students Don’t Tell Their Parents

When mental health suffers, so does schoolwork. Stress, anxiety, sleep difficulties and depression are among the leading factors that wreak havoc on academic performance. Parents do not always know when their college students are suffering.

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Federal Court Decisions on Trump Executive Orders Offer Ray of Hope

There are signs the strategy of using federal courts to challenge many of President Trump’s appalling Executive Orders (EOs) is having some early success. This approach, which is being used by the social justice community, has deep roots the Civil Rights Movement.

In Supreme Court Case, NASW Pushes for Rights of People Who Are Transgender

UPDATE: On December 4, 2024 the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments on whether to uphold a Tennessee law that bans transgender care. A decision is expected in the spring or early summer of 2025. We will update members once a decision has been announced.

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