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CHWs and Mental Health First Aid

Description

Learn how Community Health Workers (CHWs) can use Mental Health First Aid to recognize, respond to, and support individuals experiencing mental health challenges. This article provides tools, training insights, and real-world applications tailored for CHWs. Explore how early intervention through Mental Health First Aid can make a lasting impact on a person's well-being.

Subtopics

Clinical Issues: Mental Health Community Health: Community Health Workers (CHW)Promising Practices: Operational Feasibility (Required for Promising Practices)Promising Practices: Implementation/Action Steps (Required for Promising Practices)Promising Practices: Collaborations/Partnerships

Keywords

Behavioral Health Access to Care Education - Staff (e

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Resource Details

Developer: MHPSalud
Year: 2025
Language: English
Primary Audience: Enabling Staff Clinicians
Category: Clinical Issues

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