Mental Health Awareness – How language used can contribute to stigma
If we all took a moment to think about the language we use when discussing mental ill-health & explain the reasoning to others, we could help reduce stigma.
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Category Archives: Mental Health Awareness
Become a Mental Health First Aid Champion
We’re delighted to offer the Workplace Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) one day course, the completion of which qualifies participants as Adult MHFA Champions. Very positive feedback has been received from our first attendees of this course.
Bespoke Mental Health Awareness Training for Managers at Plexus Law
Plexus Law is at the forefront of defendant law. We were delighted when Plexus Law’s Learning and Development team approached In Equilibrium to discuss delivering a 3-hour bespoke Mental Health Awareness training course at their Leeds office.
Risk Assessment in the Workplace: a priority for psychological as well as physical wellbeing
An explanation of why managers should consider psychological wellbeing alongside any potential physical dangers when carrying out workplace risk assessments. How to use In Equilibrium’s ‘CUSP’™ framework to manage mental health conditions at work is outlined.
Higher Education Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) course introduced
In Equilibrium are delighted to offer the new one-day Higher Education Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) course. Specifically tailored to the needs of staff and students in higher education establishments, completion of the course qualifies you as a MHFA champion.
Mental health core standards recommended by new review
“Thrive at Work” is a new review commissioned by the Prime Minister, it recommends employers adopt 6 mental health core standards to help reduce the annual cost of poor mental health in the UK.
Apps for resilience, mindfulness and mental health
An article outlining recommended apps for mental health, resilience and mindfulness – a brief description about each app and a link for further information.
Mental Health Awareness Training – Testimonials
A short article highlighting the importance of providing training in mental health awareness including testimonials and links to case studies and resources.
Using VUCA to Hold our Own in Today’s World
For World Mental Health Day 2016, we take a look at the VUCA acronym and discover that it can be transformed into a practical, personal model using strengths and skills we can all develop in ourselves.
Why mental health and mental illness are interrelated
This article briefly introduces the dual continuum model of mental health and mental illness, highlighting how our training in Mental Health Awareness for Managers includes a new continuum model which incorporates the important dimensions of stigma and personal resilience.
Hints & Tips
We have a wide range of handy hints and tips for managing stress, developing resilience.
Resources for Managers
A selection of resources designed with the role of the manager in mind.
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