An acquaintance suddenly tells you that they are thinking of suicide or you see someone on public transport crying uncontrollably. Is it possible to assist them without putting yourself in danger or ...

A widely used mental health “first aid” course has no good evidence showing that it has any medical benefits, nor has it been carefully investigated to see whether it could cause harm, a major review ...

“Starting chest compressions as soon as somebody’s heart has stopped is the best way to help them survive,” according to Erica Littlewood of South Whatcom Fire Authority. iStockphoto Getty Images It’s ...

When someone has a heart attack or stops breathing, a bystander often rushes over and performs CPR, keeping the person alive until trained medics arrive. King County offers training that aims to make ...

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This one-hour and forty-five-minute training helps Purdue community members learn to recognize the warning signs for suicide, assist those in need,and review helpful Purdue resources. Upon completing ...