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Community mental health doulas (CMHD): a novel approach to addressing mental health challenges in America

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This study explores the Community Mental Health Doulas (CMHD) model, a new approach to help address mental health care gaps by offering culturally sensitive, community-based support. The model could improve care continuity, reduce stigma, and boost community involvement. Key considerations include finding sustainable funding, collaborating with existing providers, and using … [Read more...] about Community mental health doulas (CMHD): a novel approach to addressing mental health challenges in America

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