There are many factors that can cause our #mentalhealth to falter, leading to #anxiety, #depression, #substanceusedisorders and more. But there is support, and it’s within easy reach thanks to #AddictionPreventionCoalition (#APC)—a local nonprofit community resource whose vision is to be a leader in addiction prevention by inspiring people to live with hope, resilience and purpose. Read on to learn about their free #MentalHealth First Aid training for #adults, #teens and #youth across Birmingham and why you should sign up today.
About #MentalHealth First Aid training
When someone you know is having a #mental or #behavioralhealthcrisis, it can be tough. You’ll likely wonder what you can do to help. This is where APC steps in with free #MentalHealth First Aid training.
These free training courses:
Teach people the best responses if faced with situations that involve someone facing a #mental or #behavioralhealth crises.
Help people gain an understanding of what people may need during and after a crisis.
Help people gain insight into recovery + resiliency, and how individuals experiencing these challenges can and do get better.
“I enjoyed the #MentalHealth First Aid training! It was very informative. It was presented in a way that had me think outside the box on how to approach people that have expressed #suicide. I can now confidently check for warning signs and ask them if they are in need of assistance.” #MentalHealth First Aid participant
What are the signs of a #mental or #behavioral health crisis?
These #students have learned about how to identify a #mentalhealthcrisis in friends and peers
Some common signs and symptoms of someone who may be struggling with their #mentalhealth include:
APC offers three types of #MentalHealth First Aid training. Here’s a look at each:
1. #Adult #MentalHealth First Aid
For: Ages 18+, #employers and #employees, #policeofficers, hospital staff, #firstresponders and caring individuals
What you’ll learn:
How to identify, understand and respond to signs and symptoms of #mentalhealth and #substanceuse challenges among other #adults + how to interact with a person in a crisis.
#Self-care + #trauma care first aid.
*#Adult #MentalHealth First Aid training is available in person and virtually.
2. #Teen #MentalHealth First Aid
For: #Teens in #highschool, grades 10-12
What you’ll learn:
How to identify common signs and symptoms of #mentalillness, #substanceuse and #mentalhealthcrises like #suicide, among their friends and peers
How to have open conversations relating to #mentalillness + addiction with friends
The impact of #school violence + #bullying on #mentalhealth
How to seek help when needed
*#Teen #MentalHealth First Aid training is available in person only.
#James Donaldson notes: Welcome to the “next chapter” of my life… being a voice and an advocate for #mentalhealthawarenessandsuicideprevention, especially pertaining to our younger generation of students and student-athletes. Getting men to speak up and reach out for help and assistance is one of my passions. Us men need to not suffer in silence or drown our sorrows in alcohol, hang out at bars and strip joints, or get involved with drug use. Having gone through a recent bout of #depression and #suicidalthoughts myself, I realize now, that I can make a huge difference in the lives of so many by sharing my story, and by sharing various resources I come across as I work in this space.#http://bit.ly/JamesMentalHealthArticle Find out more about the work I do on my 501c3 non-profit foundation website www.yourgiftoflife.org Order your copy of James Donaldson’s latest book, #CelebratingYourGiftofLife: From The Verge of Suicide to a Life of Purpose and Joy
#Adults in charge of #youth can learn to identify common signs of a #mentalhealthchallenge in #students
For: #Adults, #teachers, #school staff, #coaches, #counselors, #youth group leaders, #parents and all other populations that work with #youth
What you’ll learn:
How to identify and understand the signs of #mentalhealth and #substanceuse challenges among #children and #adolescents ages 12-18
Common signs and symptoms of #mentalhealthchallenges in this age group, such as #anxiety, #depression, #ADHD and #eatingdisorders
Common signs of #substanceuse challenges
How to interact with a #child or #adolescent in a crisis
How to connect #youth with the proper help
#Trauma, #self-care + the impact of #socialmedia on #bullying
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James Donaldson is a Washington State University graduate (’79). After an outstanding basketball career with WSU, he went on to play professional basketball in the NBA with the Seattle Supersonics, San Diego/L.A. Clippers, Dallas Mavericks, New York Knicks, and Utah Jazz. He also played for several teams in the European Leagues in Spain, Italy, and Greece, and he toured with The Harlem Globetrotters to wrap up his career. James was an NBA All-Star in 1988 while playing center for the Dallas Mavericks. In 2006, James was inducted into the Pac-10 Sports Hall of Fame and also the Washington State University Athletic Hall of Fame. In 2010, James was elected as a board member for the NBA Retired Players Association.
James frequently conducts speaking engagements (motivational, inspirational, educational) for organizations, schools, and youth groups.
In 2010, James was the recipient of the NBA Legends of Basketball ABC Award, awarded for outstanding contributions in Athletics–Business–Community.
He believes in being a role model for success and professionalism to the scores of young people to whom he devotes so much of his time. He currently serves on several boards and committees and is a member of many organizations.
James believes in developing relationships that create a “Win-Win” environment for everyone involved, and in being the best he can be!
For more information about James Donaldson or to request he speak at your event, contact him at:
James Donaldson is the author of “Standing Above The Crowd” and “Celebrating Your Gift of Life” and founder of the Your Gift of Life Foundation which focuses on mental health awareness and suicide prevention, especially pertaining to our school aged children and men.
If you’re interested in having James come and speak to your group of young adults, business entrepreneurs, aspiring political and community leaders, and athletic teams, please contact him at jamesd@yourgiftoflife.org and or leave a personal message for him at 1-800-745-3161. Keep up with him and read about how he is reaching out and making a difference in the lives of so many around the world at www.yourgiftoflife.org
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