Why should you have a Mental Health First Aider in your Club?
Things are hard currently, and many, many people within your club, from players to coaches, volunteers to committee members and those connected to your club watching on the touchline will feel the pinch, leading to more pressure on their mental health.
Clubs undertaking mental health first aid training will allow people attached to the Club to know that there is at least one individual whom they can approach to discuss any aspect of mental health and just like at pro Clubs, this will allow more people to spot potential signs of mental health conditions.
Furthermore, mental health first aid training can help to promote the importance of mental health and reduce the stigma around seeking help for mental health conditions.
This can encourage people to speak up and seek help if they or anyone they know, are experiencing mental health challenges. This can lead to better overall mental health and well-being within the club, helping to create a more supportive and inclusive culture.
If there is a safeguarding concern within your Club, everyone knows who to contact. Can you say the same if there is a mental health concern? With this training, you can!