by Rachana Awatramani (Author)

ABC of Mental Health is a part of Universal Mental Health First Aid program. Universal Mental Health First Aid is a training which teaches you; how to identify signs of various mental health concerns, understand and help yourself and your loved ones who may be developing a mental health issue. ABC of mental health is basic information about mental health that you must know. It can help you to cope with daily challenges and acts as a prevention model for mental health illnesses. This book not only helps you identify the warning signs but guides you to implement the basic techniques of listening, assessment and intervention. You can use the techniques on daily basis to lead a happy life. It addresses the need of mental health awareness and its importance, along with that it clarifies the common myths of mental health concerns and provides with the factual information about mental health. Furthermore, it provides the information on whom to approach in times of crises and emergency contacts.