Mental Health 101 & Access to Care

Type:
  Video
Duration:
19 minutes
Presented by:
DMH + UCLA Prevention Center of Excellence
Developed by:
Department of Mental Health School Based Community Access Point
Also available in:
Español
Relevant categories:
Behavioral Health Child Anxiety Community Mental Health
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Overview

The Department of Mental Health (DMH) School Based Community Access Platform (SBCAP) has developed this workshop to provide a basic understanding of mental health and to assist with identifying mental health signs and symptoms. This video also provides information and a step-by-step tutorial on accessing services through the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health.

  Keywords: accessing mental health services, accessing services, mental health, recovery, support
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Learning objectives

  • Define “mental health” and identify how it affects us
  • Identify effective ways of managing, or coping with, mental health concerns
  • Introduce useful resources to help you and others address mental health needs
  • Identify mental health services available through the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health

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