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Advancing community health worker models to support youth and families’ mental health

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Community health workers (CHWs) are effective in delivering evidence-based treatments (EBTs), but their role in the U.S. mental health system is still limited. This article offers recommendations to better integrate CHWs into mental health care, especially for youth, by improving practices, research, and policies to ensure long-term success. … [Read more...] about Advancing community health worker models to support youth and families’ mental health

“Helping Mentally Ill, a Reward Both in this Life and After”: A Qualitative Study Among Community Health Professionals in Somaliland

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This study explored the experiences of community mental health workers, predominantly female, nurses, and doctors providing mental health services in Borama, Somaliland. Through focus group discussions, they identified challenges such as stigma, lack of resources, and the dominance of traditional healers. Despite obstacles, they found their work rewarding and crucial in … [Read more...] about “Helping Mentally Ill, a Reward Both in this Life and After”: A Qualitative Study Among Community Health Professionals in Somaliland

QPR Gatekeeper Course on emergency mental health intervention

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The QPR Online Gatekeeper Training is a one-hour course that teaches participants how to identify and support someone who may be suicidal. The training covers key topics such as questioning, persuading, and referring individuals in crisis, recognizing common causes and warning signs of suicidal behavior, and finding help for both themselves and those in need. … [Read more...] about QPR Gatekeeper Course on emergency mental health intervention

CHWs Emotional Wellness

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In collaboration with The Center for Multicultural Development at the California Institute for Mental Health, Visión y Compromiso has created a 4-day, 32-hour mental health training program called Salud Para Todos. This training aims to equip promotores with knowledge about common mental health issues and enhance their ability to help community members access prevention, … [Read more...] about CHWs Emotional Wellness