Mental Health First Aid

Mental Health First Aid is the help offered to a person developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. The first aid is given until appropriate treatment and support are received or until the crisis resolves. (Please look below at 'Supporting Document' for general overview along with the description of course type-ADULT vs YOUTH).

What Participants Will Learn:
  • Risk factors and warning signs of mental health concerns.
  • Information on depression, anxiety, trauma, psychosis, and substance use.
  • A 5-step ALGEE action plan to help someone developing a mental health concern or in crisis.
  • Available evidence-based professional, peer, and self-help resources.
5- Step ALGEE ACTION PLAN

Assess for risk of suicide or harm

Listen nonjudgmentally

Give reassurance and information

Encourage appropriate professional help

Encourage self-help and other support strategies

 

To Request a training please fill in the 'Request a mental Health first aid training' form http://www.co.lincoln.or.us/hhs/webform/request-mental-health-first-aid-training

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