Mental Health First Aids

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

The evidence behind Mental Health First Aid demonstrates that it makes people feel more comfortable managing a crisis situation and builds mental health literacy — helping the public identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illness. Specifically, studies found that those who were trained in Mental Health First Aid have greater confidence in providing help to others, greater likelihood of advising people to seek professional help, improved concordance with health professionals about treatments, and decreased stigmatizing attitudes.

Duration: 1 Day

Module #1: Introduction of Mental Health First Aid

Module #2: Assess for risk of suicide or harm

Module #3: Listen Non-judgmentally

Module #4: Encourage appropriate professional help