March 4, 2014
Mental health injuries like PTSD are some of the most difficult injuries to identify. Physical wounds can easily be observed and treated but traumatic events can often leave veterans with hidden mental injuries. New first-aid training aims to solve that problem by helping care providers on the front line identify signs of mental health problems.
”NCBH and other mental health advocates are seeking part of the at least $15 million allocated to train first responders, which include police, nurses and college administrators, to identify the warning signs of mental illness among veterans, teaching “de-escalation” techniques and referring people at risk to mental health care providers. The president’s budget could provide another $5 million for these grants.” States a recent article published by Kaiser Health News.
These new programs could prove invaluable in helping healthcare provides identify and treat mental health injuries and getting patients started on the path of recovery. Read the full article on Kaiser Health News here.
Ontario Campus: Voted Best Career College in the 2023 Inland Valley Daily Bulletin Readers Choice Awards.
LA Campus: Voted Best Career College in the 2023 LA Daily News Readers Choice Awards.
OC Campus: Voted Favorite Career College in the 2023 San Gabriel Valley Tribune Readers Choice Awards.