How do social works handle this?

Question

It is very common for people with disabilities to experance difficulty's dating do to a wide range of issues and social stigmas ,what steps do social works take to help people with a handicap deal with these problems.

Answer 1

Social workers would work with this in a variety of ways:

1) Through providing therapy and counseling services to address self-esteem, communications skills, self-image, self-worth, even dating skills.
2) Group therapy and counseling, working in the same issues.
3) Developing programs for people with disabilities that would help them make social connections and meet elligible people to date.
4) Working to address social stigma and oppression of those who are differently abled.

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Answer 2

I could be wrong, but I don't think social workers have the time to help people with emotional problems. The few I know are overworked. They're carrying almost twice the caseload they should be to do a good job. I was lucky. I was already seeing someone when I became disabled. (I have a leg brace & walk with a cane. Bad days I can hardly walk at all & won't drive because I'm afraid I won't be able to step on the brake. I used to be a mail carrier.) My income has gone down considerably. I was really depressed for about a year until I accepted that I can't do what I used to. I was very physically active.

Answer 3

Social works provide programs and group counseling sessions for problems and experiences such as this. Contact your local social services and inquire about these programs.

Answer 4

Here is something to consider:
What issues do people with Downs Syndrome face as adults? things such as finding a job, or dating?
Just a thought that might inspire you for your project.
Good Luck