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Mental Health First Aid Training Programs: Evaluation and Impact

by Michael Anderson 1,*
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Michael Anderson
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JMCR  2022, 32; 4(2), 32; https://doi.org/10.69610/j.jmcr.20220822
Received: 16 June 2022 / Accepted: 21 July 2022 / Published Online: 22 August 2022
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Abstract

The present study evaluates the effectiveness of Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training programs and their impact on the knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors of participants. MHFA programs are designed to empower individuals to provide initial support to someone who may be experiencing a mental health problem or crisis. This study employed a mixed-methods approach, including both quantitative and qualitative data analysis, to assess the outcomes of these programs. Quantitative data were collected through pre- and post-training surveys, measuring participants' knowledge of mental health issues, confidence in providing support, and willingness to help others. Qualitative data were gathered through interviews with participants to explore their perceptions of the training and its influence on their personal and professional lives. Results indicate that MHFA training programs significantly increase participants' mental health knowledge, enhance their confidence in providing support, and positively alter their attitudes towards seeking help for mental health concerns. Moreover, the study highlights the need for ongoing support and resources to sustain these beneficial changes. The findings suggest that MHFA training programs are an effective strategy for promoting mental health literacy and fostering supportive environments.

Keywords: Mental Health First Aid, Training Programs, Impact Evaluation, Mental Health Literacy, Supportive Environments.;
Copyright: © 2022 by Anderson. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY) (Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License). The use, distribution or reproduction in other forums is permitted, provided the original author(s) or licensor are credited and that the original publication in this journal is cited, in accordance with accepted academic practice. No use, distribution or reproduction is permitted which does not comply with these terms.

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Anderson, M. Mental Health First Aid Training Programs: Evaluation and Impact. Journal of Medical Care Research, 2022, 4, 32. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.jmcr.20220822
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Anderson M. Mental Health First Aid Training Programs: Evaluation and Impact. Journal of Medical Care Research; 2022, 4(2):32. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.jmcr.20220822
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Anderson, Michael 2022. "Mental Health First Aid Training Programs: Evaluation and Impact" Journal of Medical Care Research 4, no.2:32. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.jmcr.20220822
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Anderson, M. (2022). Mental Health First Aid Training Programs: Evaluation and Impact. Journal of Medical Care Research, 4(2), 32. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.jmcr.20220822

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