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Thursday, January 20, 2022 Patrol Solutions <br />PROPOSAL Page 26 <br />contemplating suicide. In both situations, the goal is to help support an individual until appropriate <br />professional help arrives. Mental Health First Aiders learn a single 5-step strategy that includes assessing <br />risk, respectfully listening to and supporting the individual in crisis, and identifying appropriate <br />professional help and other supports. Participants are also introduced to risk factors and warning signs for <br />mental health or substance use problems, engage in experiential activities that build understanding of the <br />impact of illness on individuals and families, and learn about evidence-supported treatment and self-help <br />strategies. The National Council for Behavioral Health operates Mental Health First Aid USA in <br />partnership with the Missouri Department of Mental Health. Patrol Solutions provides this training to all <br />officers. As a value-added benefit, this training is also freely available to our clients, should you wish to <br />participate. <br />Mental Health First Aid training covers the following topics: <br />• Introduction to Mental Health First Aid <br />• Mental Health Problems in the USA <br />• The Mental Health First Aid Action Plan <br />• Understanding Depression <br />• Understanding Anxiety Disorders <br />• Crisis First Aid for Suicidal Behavior & Depressive Symptoms <br />• What Is Non-Suicidal Self-Injury? <br />• Non-crisis First Aid for Depression and Anxiety <br />• Crisis First Aid for Panic Attacks <br />• Crisis First Aid for Traumatic Events <br />• Understanding Disorders in Which Psychosis May Occur <br />• Crisis First Aid for Acute Psychosis <br />• Understanding Substance Abuse Disorder <br />• Crisis First Aid for Overdose <br />• Crisis First Aid for Withdrawal <br />• Using Mental Health First Aid <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />Exhibit 1