MHFA: Mental Health First Aid - Strabane Library

People generally don’t know how to recognise mental health problems or know what help is available.  Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is a 12-hour programme that will provide you with the skills to provide initial support for someone with a mental health problem. 

MHFA teaches participants:

• How to recognise the symptoms of mental health problems
• How to provide initial help
• How to guide a person towards appropriate professional help 

Benefits of the course:

• Clear and accurate information about mental illness
• Improved skills in recognising mental health problems
• Confidence in your ability to provide initial information & support 

To someone with a mental illness:

• Increased understanding of your own mental health
• Promote mental health literacy

Topics covered include:

• What is meant by mental health/mental ill-health?
• Dealing with crisis situations such as suicidal behaviour, self-harm, panic attacks and acute psychotic behaviour.
• Recognising the signs and symptoms of common mental health problems including depression, anxiety disorders, psychosis, and substance use disorders.
• Where and how to get help.
• Self-help strategies.

Dates/Times

• Session 1 - 2nd June, 10am to 4pm
• Session 2 - 9th June, 10am to 4pm

Please note that all sessions must be attended to complete the programme and qualify for a certificate.

Facilitated by Aware

---