MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID TRAINING COURSES COMING TO LIBRARY

Mental health challenges such as depression, anxiety, psychosis, and substance use disorders are shockingly common in the US. Unlike physical conditions, mental health challenges can be difficult to detect; therefore, those in need of mental health services often don’t get them until it is too late. On Thursday, May 30, from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. at the Huntsville Public Library, Tri-County Behavioral Healthcare is providing FREE Mental Health First Aid courses to prepare our communities with the knowledge and skills to help individuals who are developing mental health problems or are experiencing a mental health crisis. Mental Health First Aiders learn a 5-step action plan that guides them through the process of reaching out, offering appropriate support, and connecting individuals with helpful resources when necessary. For more information, please contact Outreach and Program Coordinator Amanda Sturdivant at 936-291-5481.