While many Americans are trained in first aid and CPR, few are prepared to help others experiencing a mental health crisis. But new courses in mental health first aid are starting to change that.

Employees of the Vernon Area Public Library, located in Lincolnshire, received mental health first aid training this fall, with library officials saying it was part of the library’s effort to… ...

8 Ways to Help Others with Psychological First Aid How to use PFA to help others through COVID-19, mass trauma, and disasters. Posted October 27, 2020. Share. Tweet. Share on Bluesky.

Doing a first aid course taught me what to do if I burn myself on something too hot. Doing a mental health first aid has taught me how to watch out for myself and others when things get too much.

SPOKANE, Wash. -- We're all familiar with traditional, basic first aid, like bandaging small cuts, ... how to help those ages 12-18 who experience mental health or addiction challenges, ...