“Much like traditional physical first aid prepares us for physical emergencies, MHFA empowers us to respond to mental health crises with knowledge and compassion.” We’re back with another Instructor Spotlight to celebrate the valued, dedicated work of organisations we’ve worked with who prioritise Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) within their work. This time we’ve spoken… Continue reading Instructor Spotlight – Bame Mental Health Support
“We’re proud to deliver MHFA and help our wider community become more mental health aware.” At Mental Health First Aid Wales (MHFAW), we work with lots of different individuals and organisations to train people as Mental Health First Aiders and raise awareness on the importance of having trained Mental Health First Aiders within the workplace… Continue reading Instructor Spotlight – Advance Brighter Futures
‘Men’s health and the internet’ was this year’s theme for Men’s Health Week, and we’re revisiting it for Men’s Mental Health Month.
As the leading mental health first aid training organisation in Wales, World Mental Health Day is an important time of year. It’s a time for us to raise awareness of mental health issues, educate ourselves and others, and challenge stigmas and negative stereotypes that we continue to battle in our daily lives. This World Mental… Continue reading World Mental Health Day
“Never stop learning,” this is the campaign slogan for this year’s Adult Learners Week, and we’re on board. Learning a new skill can sometimes seem daunting in our adult lives, but it doesn’t need to be! Learning a new skill can be greatly beneficial for our mental and physical health and can come in all… Continue reading Why Not Learn to Become a Mental Health First Aider
In recent years, we’ve been surrounded by the push for positivity, which has aided in raising awareness for improved mental health and wellbeing. But when does this become toxic? It’s hard to strike the right balance between trying to maintain a positive outlook but also knowing when to allow yourself to recognise and feel your… Continue reading Suicide Prevention and Toxic Positivity – How are They Linked?
Mental health conditions are often stigmatised in the public eye, and sadly, schizophrenia is no exception.
Pride Month, a time for fun, joy and celebration, but it’s also a time for reflection, education and raising awareness. LGBTIQ+ stands for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer/questioning and the ‘+’ encompasses all those who are gender diverse. Although the LGBTIQ+ community is a high-risk group for developing a mental health issue, it’s important… Continue reading LGBTIQ+ Mental Health: Where to Find Support
We all have mental health, just as we all have physical health, but sometimes it can be difficult to look after our mental health, especially during and after pregnancy. Maternal mental health is your mental health during pregnancy and your journey into becoming a parent. It affects how you feel, interact with people and your… Continue reading What is Maternal Mental Health?
Think back to exactly a year ago today. Can you remember what you were worried, stressed, or anxious about?
