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3 March 2022 and 4 March 2022 What is Standard Mental Health First Aid? Mental health first aid is the help given to someone developing a mental health problem or in a mental health crisis. The first aid is given until appropriate professional treatment is received or until the crisis resolves. This two-day workshop is facilitated by WACRH’s Mental Health Academic Chantal Crinquand, who comes from a mental health nursing and counselling background. Chantal has extensive experience in facilitating mental health workshops and is an accredited master instructor. RSVP admin-wacrh@uwa.edu.au (one week prior to event) $150 Read the flyer here

This week’s topic at the Friday Morning Breakfast will be: “ Management of Severe Asthma “ Presented by:            Dr Alice Crawford                                     Respiratory Physician                             Brooke Devenish – Clinical Nurse Asthma Educator                                             Time:                           7-15am – Breakfast will be served Presentation:             Begins at 7:30am in the Training Room Venue:                         WACRH – 167 Fitzgerald Street To attend via Teams: Microsoft Teams meeting Join on your computer, mobile app or room device Click here to join the meeting Meeting ID: 485 239 789 552 Passcode:...

This new training has been developed and facilitated by WACRH’s Mental Health Academic Chantal Crinquand Bachere, who comes from a mental health nursing and counselling background.   Learning Outcomes • Recognise various Mental Health illnesses that can contribute to loss of control of emotions • Understand theories that explain the origins of anger, aggression, and violence • Identify healthy coping skills vs marginal coping behaviours • Ability to differentiate between various communication styles • Understand and practice de-escalation techniques   Who should attend? Anyone interested in developing their knowledge and skills in mental health, aggression, and de-escalation techniques. Typically, attendees...