This course raises awareness of mental health. It covers:
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What mental health is and how to challenge stigma
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A basic knowledge of some common mental health issues
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An introduction to looking after your own mental health and maintaining wellbeing
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Confidence to support someone in distress or who may be experiencing a mental health issue
Format
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This is a half day course delivered either face-to-face or via online
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Learning takes place through a mix of presentations, group discussions and workshop activities
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We limit numbers to 25 people per course so that the instructor can keep people safe and supported while they learn
Takeaways
Everyone who completes the course gets:
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A certificate of attendance to say you are Mental Health Aware
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A manual to refer to whenever you need it
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A workbook including a helpful toolkit to support your own mental health
Course structure (4 hour session)
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What is mental health?
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Mental Health Continuum
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Factors which affect mental health
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Stigma
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Stress and stress management
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Spotting signs of distress
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Mental health conditions:
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Depression
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Anxiety disorders
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Psychosis
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Eating disorders
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Suicide
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Self-harm
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Recovery
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Take 10 Together - starting a supportive conversation
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Supporting mental health in the workplace
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Useful statistics
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Helpful resources