Growth to Greatness VIRTUAL: Mental Health First Aid: Preview on Anxiety*
This session will be conducted using video-conferencing. Access link will be sent with registration confirmation. You can participate on a computer, tablet, or cell phone, as long as you have a strong Internet signal.
Much like medical first aid, mental health first aid is the help offered to a person developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. The first aid is given until appropriate treatment and support are received or until the crisis resolves. With the recent quarantine, economic climate, and a near-constant state of change, the need for mental health support has never been more urgent.
Learn How To:
-- Identify behavioral signs of depression and anxiety
-- Recognize physiological signs of depression and anxiety
-- Spot the warning signs for suicide
-- Effectively and compassionately communicate during a crisis
NOTE: Full course certification will not be granted with this preview. Full certification can be obtained with the completion of all eight (8) hours of the course. Contact the instructor for more details.
Presented by DR. ELAINE BEDELL
Dr. Elaine Bedell was born and raised in Midland. She graduated from the University of Houston with a doctorate in pharmacology before completing her clinical residency and earning board certification in pharmacotherapy. Currently, she is leading a nonprofit organization focused on facilitating community collaboration for advancements in behavioral health care.
Elaine has been involved with various community projects to bring accessible integrated care to the entire Midland community. The most recent is the collaborative expansion of BasinMD to include behavioral health services.
Elaine is devoted to the continual pursuit of high level, evidence-based patient care for all Midlanders, and enjoys working throughout the community to facilitate these efforts.
Sponsored by Frost
