InDepth: Professor Paris and Greer Hamilton (PhD’23) Advocate for Perinatal Reproductive Justice
Professor Ruth Paris and Greer Hamilton (PhD’23) from BU School of Social Work recently discussed why social workers are uniquely equipped to help people with their prenatal and postnatal experiences. They also explained how the overturn of Roe v. Wade has affected pregnant people, children, and the social work field. InDepth, the bi-annual magazine published […]
Professor Paris & Lombe Build International Partnerships in Lesotho with BU Collaborators
Associate professors Ruth Paris and Margaret Lombe of BU School of Social Work (BUSSW) recently joined colleagues from the BU Wheelock College of Education & Human Development on a knowledge-gathering trip to Lesotho, a country in southern Africa. Their aim was to identify opportunities to build upon the work of the Lesotho Boston Health Alliance […]
BUSSW Faculty, Students & Alums Share Expertise at 2023 SSWR Conference
Boston University School of Social Work (BUSSW) faculty, students and alumni will showcase a broad variety of research and perspectives on Jan. 11-15, 2023, at the annual conference for the Society for Social Work and Research (SSWR). Held virtually and in-person in Phoenix, Ariz., the conference’s extensive programming features more than 30 presentations and discussions […]
Professor Paris & Colleagues Develop Free Curriculum Guide on Infant & Early Childhood Mental Health
As part of a series from the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), Professor Ruth Paris helped develop a free curriculum guide on infant and early childhood mental health (IECMH). While there has been a movement to integrate more focus in this area, only a few schools including Boston University School of Social Work offer […]
6/16: Professor Ruth Paris Co-Presents Webinar on Interventions for Parents with Substance Use Disorders
Successful interventions for mothers with substance use disorders and their young children are a vital way to ensure the health of both the parent and child. To share best approaches to intervention, Professor Ruth Paris and Susan O’Donnell, director of early childhood trauma services at the Institute for Health and Recovery, will give two free […]
Professor Ruth Paris Awarded Two Grants to Help New Mothers in Substance Use Recovery
Professor Ruth Paris, an expert in therapeutic interventions for substance misuse, was awarded two grants for a pilot study that will help new mothers recovering from substance use disorders. In collaboration with BU School of Medicine’s Professor Mei Elansary and Professor Eileen Costello, and the SOFAR Clinic (Supporting Our Families through Addiction and Recovery), this […]
2/11: Professor Paris Presents on Treating Trauma in Latinx Families
What happens when early parenthood is accompanied by trauma, immigration to a new country, limited resources, and a lack of community connections? An upcoming talk by Professor Ruth Paris seeks to answer that question and provide tools for healing. On February 11th, Professor Paris and Karen Garber, LICSW, will present as part of the Infant-Parent […]
The 19th: Professor Paris Shares Expertise on How Early Childhood Education Reduces Crime
Studies show that children enrolled in high quality early childhood education–especially those under 5 years of age–are 70% less likely to be arrested for violent crimes later in life. The Biden administration’s social spending package plans to invest heavily in early childhood education, giving states and cities the chance to opt into free education for […]
10/14: Professor Paris Presents “Promoting Healthy Relationships for Women with Opiod Use Disorder & Their Infants”
Pregnant or parenting women with opioid use disorders (OUD) or substance use disorders (SUD) and their infants are at high risk of many devastating side effects. However, interventions can help decrease risks and promote better physical and mental health in both parent and infant. To address these issues and their solutions, Professor Ruth Paris will […]
HealthCity: Professor Paris on Project BRIGHT’s Effect on Newborn Parents with Substance Use Disorders
Parenting a newborn can be demanding and stressful for any parent, but mothers and fathers with substance use disorders (SUD) face challenges others don’t. However, stigmatization, shame, guilt, and fear of losing their child can deter parents with SUD from getting help. Professor Ruth Paris spoke to HealthCity to discuss how parent intervention like the […]