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An Instructor’s Insights on the First Year of Teaching MHFA

November 29, 2023
Sydney Snow has taken Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) by storm. Since receiving her certification in July 2023, Sydney has swiftly transitioned from a new Instructor to a guiding light within the MHFA community, teaching four classes with a blend...
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Gratitude For My Mental Health Journey and the Power of Mental Health First Aid

November 27, 2023
Content Warning: This blog contains sensitive content that may be distressing to some readers. Topics discussed include sexual assault, grief, and references to 9/11. Reader discretion is advised. If you find these subjects distressing or uncomfortable, we encourage you to...
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Frontline Retail Employees: You’re Not Alone This Holiday Season

November 21, 2023
Working retail during the holidays used to cause great stress to Andrew Smith. The increase in customer stress and traffic flow on the sales floor compounded operational difficulties creating a less than stable environment. “You move through more stock than...
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National Council for Mental Wellbeing Welcomes Dr. Douglas Knutson to MHFA Research Advisory Group

November 17, 2023
National Council for Mental Wellbeing Welcomes Dr. Douglas Knutson to MHFA Research Advisory Group With a strong commitment to providing evidence-based programs, Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is a beacon of hope for individuals seeking to support those in their...
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How to Take Care of Yourself When the World’s on Fire

November 16, 2023
Tragic events – from school shootings to natural disasters – can make us feel out of sorts and depressed afterward. Hope may seem lost, whether you’re directly or indirectly affected by the situation. Whether tragedy strikes locally, nationally or internationally,...
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