Psychosis: Understanding and Providing Safe and Effective Support

Aim

This workshop will provide a general introduction to the experiences and impacts of Psychosis. After exploring what is meant by Psychosis and how it impacts, particular focus will be given to ways to support an individual with active symptoms of Psychosis in relation to support, risk management and referral.

Overview and Learning Intentions

• Develop an awareness of the key features of Psychosis including possible risk factors and causes

• The broad presentation of Psychosis and the impacts on an individual

• Effective and safe responding to support individuals

• Identify referral options and individual and community strategies for support

Let's Get Real

1. Working with people experiencing mental health and addiction needs

3. Working with whānau

4. Working within communities

5. Challenging discrimination

Workshop Type: Introductory | Workshop Level: Four | Catering: Refreshments provided

• Cancellations made up to 10 working days before a workshop will incur a $39 service fee.

• Cancellations (or non-attendance) made 10 working days or less will not be refunded and the full workshop fee will be charged. 

• No fee applies if you are able to find a replacement participant.

• MHERC reserves the right to cancel a workshop at any time due to unforeseen circumstances or insufficient registrations.

• Only one person may view a webinar session per registration.

Please read our full Terms and Conditions before registering.

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