Jackie is an active member of the Mental Health First Aider Network. With a lived experience of an anxiety disorder, and a history of mental illness in her family, reflecting on her journey, Jackie remembers the scarcity of resources growing up, and her personal quest...
In August 2020, Harriet joined Breakthrough, Australia’s only dedicated mental health research foundation, focused on raising funds to invest in life-changing mental health research. “I loved working [there], I learned so much about mental health, [and] the need for...
I am a proud Barkindji woman originally from the far west of New South Wales along the Darling River and have strong connections in South Australia. I come at the topic of mental health both from my experience as an Aboriginal woman, and as the Program Manager for...
Mental Health First Aider Network Event Wednesday 13th October 6pm-7:30pm AEDT Registrations are now closed Thank you for your interest in attending the upcoming Online MHFAider Network Event to celebrate 21 years of MHFA.We have received an overwhelming...
There are 5 key actions in the Mental Health First Aid Action Plan, commonly referred to as ALGEE: Approach the person, assess and assist with any crisis Listen and communicate non-judgementally Give support and information Encourage the person to get appropriate...
Exploring the Mental Health First Aid Action Plan ‘A’ is for Approach, Assess and Assist – the first steps to offering support Taking the first steps to provide support to someone experiencing mental health problems is easier if you can follow a...
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