Mindfulness, Self-Care, and Wellness in Social Work: Effects of Contemplative Training
Journal of Religion & Spirituality in Social Work Social Thought July 1, 2011 Tessa McGarrigle, Christine A. Walsh 156 citations
The demands placed on human service workers in supporting people through challenging circumstances can contribute to high levels of stress and burnout. Self-care practices implemented regularly may decrease the impact of the high levels of stress while also serving as strategies for coping during particularly stressful times. The interconnections between contemplative practices, including...