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WHY MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID?Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is a groundbreaking public education program that helps the public identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders. This training gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial help and support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem or experiencing a crisis. Mental Health First Aid USA is managed, operated, and disseminated by the national authorities — the National Council for Mental Wellbeing and the Missouri Department of Mental Health.
Must Register by Monday, August 24, 2026
Contact Janice Fiore at [email protected] to register
WHAT IT COVERS
Common signs and symptoms of mental health challenges.
Common signs and symptoms of substance use challenges.
How to interact with a person in crisis.
How to connect a person with help.
Expanded content on trauma, substance use and self-care
How to respond with the Mental Health First Aid Action Plan (ALGEE):
Assess for risk of suicide or harm
Listen nonjudgmentally
Give reassurance and information
Encourage appropriate professional help
Encourage self-help and other support strategies
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