Celebrating World Mental Health Day: A Guide to Psychological First Aid
Introducing the Psychological First-Aid Kit!
Encourage Open Conversations
Inspire with Motivational Talks
Use Uplifting Music
Create a Stress-Free Environment
Offer Relaxing Beverages
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- Hardeep Singh Kandola, Sonica Minhas. First Aid for Mental Health: Training for Medical Student Well-Being.. PubMed. 2022.