Mental Health First Aid

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The Evolution of First Aid for Mental Health: From Asylums to Understanding

Mental Health First Aid is a relatively new concept built on a long and often troubling history. This article explores how our approach to mental health has evolved from asylums and institutionalisation to modern, evidence-based mental health first aid in today’s workplaces.

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Mental Health First Aid

Why Your Business Needs Mental Health First Aiders

Mental health is a workplace health and safety issue, not a wellbeing extra. This HSE-aligned guide explains what employers are expected to do, how Mental Health First Aiders fit into risk management, and why early support matters.