This study found that training community health workers and their supervisors improved their ability to recognize anxiety and depression, provide basic emotional support, and refer people for further care when needed. The training was especially effective in building practical skills, showing that community health workers can play an important role in expanding access to mental … [Read more...] about Improving mental health literacy of frontline community health workers in a rural district of Pakistan: mPareshan project
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Effect of a Participatory Learning Capacity-Building Program on Knowledge, Perception, and Breastfeeding Skills Among Female Village Health Volunteers in Thailand
This study found that participatory training helped village health volunteers improve their knowledge and practical skills to support breastfeeding in their communities. Volunteers who received the training performed better than those who did not, especially in providing breastfeeding support during home visits. However, the training did not change their attitudes toward … [Read more...] about Effect of a Participatory Learning Capacity-Building Program on Knowledge, Perception, and Breastfeeding Skills Among Female Village Health Volunteers in Thailand
Outcomes of Digital Training for Community Health Workers in Low- and Middle-Income Countries: Scoping Review
This review examined how digital training is being used to prepare community health workers in low and middle income countries. It found that digital training, often delivered through smartphones and online platforms, generally improved community health workers' knowledge and was well accepted by participants. However, there is still limited evidence on whether it improves … [Read more...] about Outcomes of Digital Training for Community Health Workers in Low- and Middle-Income Countries: Scoping Review
Community-based palliative support: Rural Community Health Workers Transform Care Delivery
This study in rural Oregon tested a training program that prepared community health workers to support people with serious illness and limited access to specialist care. Forty workers completed a 12-hour course covering topics like symptom management, care planning, and supporting families. After the training, they showed better understanding and greater confidence in helping … [Read more...] about Community-based palliative support: Rural Community Health Workers Transform Care Delivery
Changes in community health worker knowledge and perspectives following opioid overdose prevention and response training
This study examined whether a short training on opioid overdose prevention could improve community health workers’ knowledge and confidence in responding to overdoses. After the training, participants had a better understanding of opioid overdose response, felt more confident using naloxone (Narcan), and showed more positive attitudes toward helping people affected by opioid … [Read more...] about Changes in community health worker knowledge and perspectives following opioid overdose prevention and response training