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Leia
2019-06-11 13:57

What NOT to say/do - Mental Health

Hello!

Next month I will be working at a summer camp for young people and a big part of my training is understanding what mental health is, how to recognise poor mental health and how to approach an issue. I think it is amazing that the company are placing such importance on this and ensuring all staff are equipped with the knowledge to Help young people going through tough times.

I thought over this next week I could share any notes from my training that may Help you also! 

When talking to someone about mental health or when dealing with a disclosure of a mental health problem, they advise there are some things you should try not to do.

Try not to: 

  • React with horror or discomfort

  • Threaten or get angry

  • Ask abrupt or rapid questions

  • Engage in power struggles; demanding 'just stop'

  • Accuse them of attention seeking

  • Get frustrated

  • Ignore other warning signs

  • Promise to keep things secret

All the best, Leia

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  • Edited by Niklas 2022-02-08 09:26
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Niklas
2019-06-12 10:33
#1

Is the camp geared towards young people with mental health issues or is this training “just in case”?


Best regards, Niklas 🎈

Leia
2019-06-12 20:04
#2

#1 Just in case! It deals with a lot of disclosures because it becomes an environment where they actually feel safe and supported. Also, a lot of the activities are based towards improving confidence, we think that has a lot to do with it.

All the best, Leia

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Niklas
2019-06-14 07:35
#3

Okay.


Best regards, Niklas 🎈

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