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Case management in social work is a method of providing services carried out by a professional social worker by assessing the needs of the client and the client's family appropriately. The problem of autistic children is quite serious, this can be seen from the increasing number of autistic children from year to year. In responding to existing problems, the role of social workers is needed to carry out assessments and interventions on the problems of autistic children by using a holistic approach to their social environment. Therefore, ULRS APD Sentra Mulya Jaya serves children with autism using a case management approach. This research aims to determine the stages of case management in handling autistic children at ULRS APD Sentra Mulya Jaya Jakarta and to find out the obstacles of social workers in handling autistic children at ULRS APD Sentra Mulya Jaya Jakarta. Data collection techniques in this research were observation, interviews and documentation using a qualitative approach. The results of this research show that there are several stages of case management in ULRS APD, namely engagement, assessment, planning, intervention, monitoring, evaluation, termination, and follow up (follow up). The obstacles experienced are limited human resources, especially the social worker profession and a lack of understanding of parents accompanying children with autism.    

This article discusses the role of social workers as counselors in situations of sexual abuse against minors. The discussion in this page is based on literature reviews from numerous reading sources, such as journals and books, which are used to elucidate beliefs concerning the function of social workers. This research method employs a qualitative descriptive approach, namely research that describes natural situations. This technique is intended to define the general role of social workers as counselors to victims of sexual assault against children. The surge in sexual assault against children highlights the significance of giving counseling to children who have been victims of sexual violence. Research findings reveal that social workers play an essential role in coping with challenges.

Mental health is a very important aspect of an individual's well-being, and societal understanding plays a central role in shaping attitudes and responses to mental health issues. This research applies a psychodynamic approach to deepen society's understanding of mental health. This approach involves understanding psychodynamic concepts, such as unconscious conflict, self-defense, and personality structure, to explore the root causes of mental health problems in society. A psychodynamic approach is used to discuss how unequal access to resources and education can influence society's understanding of mental health. Empowerment strategies and increasing self-awareness are also recommended to overcome internal conflicts that can affect an individual's mental health.