Mental Health First Aid: A Guide to Handling and Recognizing Mental Health Emergencies

A vital guide to recognizing and handling mental health emergencies.

Drawn from the best in psychiatry, psychology, and mental health counseling, here are simple and effective strategies for coping during times of great mental and emotional distress

Mental Health Emergenciesprovides overviews and expert guidance on serious mental health problems. It is an ideal resource for first-responders, teachers, counselors, and human resource professionals looking to help those struggling with mental and emotional health crises and concerns.

Developed from best practices of psychiatry, psychology, and mental health counseling,Mental Health Emergenciesis a guide to providing much-needed care and support to the people in distress who most need help including self-injury, eating disorders, substance abuse, psychosis, and suicidal thoughts.

Mental Health Emergencieswill help you provide exactly the right kind of support-where and when it’s needed most.