Features
- What is meant by mental health?
- The signs and symptoms of common mental health problems, including depression, anxiety disorders and psychosis
- The range of effective interventions
- How to access professional help and support
The 2-Day face to face NHS Health Scotland Mental Health First Aid course will equip candidates with the skills and knowledge they need to be able to confidently:
Give initial support and comfort to someone experiencing a mental health problem
Provide help to prevent a mental health problem develop into a more serious state
Deal with a crisis
Guide that person towards the appropriate help
Raise awareness about mental health in the workplace
A candidate will also have a deeper knowledge of:
What is meant by mental health?
The signs and symptoms of common mental health problems, including depression, anxiety disorders and psychosis
The range of effective interventions
How to access professional help and support
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