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USF researchers use AI to analyze facial expressions and identify childhood PTSD

Led by Alison Salloum and Shaun Canavan, the study revealed that distinct patterns are detectable in the facial movements of children with PTSD.

June 30, 2025College News, School of Social Work

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Interactive session explores wellness through neurographic art

Neurographic art has been found to reduce stress, enhance emotional awareness, and support cognitive integration.

June 26, 2025College News, School of Social Work

Ciara Spivey, Britani Holland and Pedro Serrano-Mejia

CBCS experts present at Florida social work conference

Presentations addressed topics including trauma, stigma, and culturally responsive care.

June 18, 2025College News, School of Social Work

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Social work doctoral students, faculty, and alumni present at national conference

The National Organization of Forensic Social Work conference was held from May 28-30 in New Orleans, Louisiana.

June 12, 2025College News, School of Social Work

Elyssa Carley

Social Work student turns adversity into action, inspiring mental health awareness

Elyssa Carfley's passion for social work was ignited at 17 when a therapist introduced her to the field’s potential for healing.

May 30, 2025College News, School of Social Work

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USF Duvall Initiative launches open-access journal on family and community health

The journal’s first issue will focus on the impact of substance misuse and addiction on families and community health.

May 30, 2025College News, School of Social Work

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Karah Greene presents research on aging with HIV at national social work conference

The National Conference on Social Work and HIV/AIDS was held in Washington, D.C.

May 28, 2025College News, School of Social Work

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School of Social Work faculty lead mental health training for community health workers in Peru

The training is part of a depression intervention for older caregivers of children with schizophrenia.

May 27, 2025College News, School of Social Work

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School of Social Work hosts celebrations for BSW and MSW graduates

Students of the BSW program were welcomed into the profession with a pinning ceremony and MSW students celebrated in the MHC atrium.

May 12, 2025College News, School of Social Work

Chris Simmons presents Carole Maytas, vice president of operations for Sunshine Health, with an award at at the school's Social Work Month Celebration hosted at Centene's headquarters

Centene Foundation invests in future of social work through $300,000 grant to USF

The School of Social Work will address the critical shortage of licensed clinical social workers through its Pathway to Licensure Initiative.

April 15, 2025College News, School of Social Work

Scholarship recipients

School of Social Work students named 2025 'Helios Pathway Scholars'

Five scholarships went to USF students, four of whom are in the School of Social Work.

April 10, 2025College News, School of Social Work

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The Mission of the College of Behavioral and Community Sciences (CBCS) is to advance knowledge through interdisciplinary teaching, research, and service that improves the capacity of individuals, families, and diverse communities to promote productive, satisfying, healthy, and safe lives across the lifespan. CBCS envisions the college as a globally recognized leader that creates innovative solutions to complex conditions that affect the behavior and well-being of individuals, families, and diverse communities.