First Aid: Mental Health Awareness

  • 11 topics | 28m 12s
  • Up to 30 languages
  • Transcripts
The prevalence of mental illness, both in and outside the workplace, is increasing and the impacts are far reaching. Knowing how to help those around you or find help yourself is very important. You can play a vital part in helping a coworker, friend, or family member suffering from mental health through the use of first aid that aims to increase awareness of this illness. By understanding the signs and symptoms, and having knowledge of the options for appropriate treatment, you can assist others in coping with this condition. This course will teach you why good mental health is important, and give you a greater understanding of the signs and symptoms of mental illness, workplace triggers, and the ways in which you can provide the necessary support.The course was developed and reviewed with subject matter support provided by certified subject matter experts and industry professionals. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

  • First Aid: Mental Health Awareness
  • recognize why good mental health is important at work
  • Knowledge Check: Mental Health at Work
  • recognize the harmful effects that the stigma of mental illness has on those who have mental health conditions
  • Knowledge Check: Understanding Mental Illness 
  • identify signs and symptoms of mental illness
  • Knowledge Check: Signs and Symptoms
  • recognize workplace situations that trigger mental health problems
  • Knowledge Check: Situations that Trigger Mental Health Problems
  • describe the key characteristics of first aid for mental health issues
  • recognize what to do if you or someone else is having suicidal thoughts
  • Knowledge Check: First Aid for Mental Health Issues

IN THIS COURSE

  • First Aid: Mental Health Awareness
    1m
  • Mental Health at Work
    3m
  • Knowledge Check: Mental Health at Work
    1m
  • Understanding Mental Illness 
    3m
  • Knowledge Check: Understanding Mental Illness 
    1m
  • Signs and Symptoms
    3m
  • Knowledge Check: Signs and Symptoms
    2m
  • Situations that Trigger Mental Health Problems
    3m
  • Knowledge Check: Situations that Trigger Mental Health Problems
    1m
  • First Aid for Mental Health Issues
    5m
  • Knowledge Check: First Aid for Mental Health Issues
    2m

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