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Veterinary Social Work Summit 2008
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* Can caregivers care too much? (DVM Newsmagazine)

Stress Management Activities
Contact: Dr. Elizabeth Strand
Tel:  974-8387
Email: estrand@utk.edu

Social Works Offices
(865) 974-8387


CLINICAL SERVICES

DEPT OF COMPARATIVE MEDICINE


UT College of Social Work

VSW EVENTS

VSWS is pleased to present and sponsor events that, we hope, will be of interest and assistances to the community. 

  • PET LOSS RECOVER GROUP
    Place: UT's Tennessee Forest Products Center, 2506 Jacob Dr. (UT Ag/Vet Campus)
    Time: 6:00- 8:00 pm
    Date:   See New Fall Schedule
    Contact: Stephanie Harness (865) 974-7337
    FLYER:   http://www.vet.utk.edu/mtginfo/vsw2005.pdf
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    These educational support groups are for animal owners who:

    • Are suffering the loss of a companion animal

    • Dealing with the terminal illness of a companion animal

    • Wanting to help other pet owners by sharing their story

  • 7 CHALLENGES OF COOPERATIVE COMMUNICATIONS
    Place:  Sequoyah Room
    Time:   Noon-1pm
    Dates:   Thursdays  ( See New Fall Schedule )
    Info & Registration: Dr. Strand 755-6665 or Carolyn Wilson 755-8175: 

    For clinical/non-clinical staff & faculty. 7-week seminar on cooperative communication that will promote cooperative & efficient communication and navigate conflict effectively & compassionately. Only requirement is that you must commit to attend all 7 sessions.

 

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2003

  • Test Taking Strategies & Methods for Managing Test Anxiety
    Tues, Sept 30, 2003 -- 12:00-12:50 PM
    Large Animal Classroom,

        The speaker:  
        David Simpson , M.S. 
        UT Student Counseling Center

    You may not experience any stress when it comes to completing your examinations or.... you may. Either way, this seminar will give tips for doing your best on veterinary medical examinations. I hope to see you there.

  • Relaxation Group (1st Meeting Sept 3)
    Open to all at the College
    Mondays and Wednesdays, 12:15-12:45
    Large Animal Classroom
    Contact: Elizabeth Strand, LCSW Ext. 4-7192 or 
                     e-mail her through Lotus Notes.

  • Success in Vet School: Survival and Coping Skills (1st Meeting Sept 5)
    Open to All Students
    Fridays, 12:10-12:50
    Large Animal Classroom
    Contact: Stephanie Harness, BSSW, Ext. 4-7337
                     e-mail her through Lotus Notes.

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It is normal, not abnormal or weak, to feel anxious, worried, or  stressed out because of the current state of our world. Helping  ourselves cope is a personal responsibility. Here are some documents and on-line links that provide tips for maintaining resiliency during this turbulent time. Also feel free to contact VSWS at 974-7192 for further support.

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