Mental ill health issues such as anxiety and depression have a significant impact on individuals, families, and the whole community. Pharmacists and pharmacy staff, due to their role and accessibility in the community, have the potential to support people with common mental health conditions.
Recognising Anxiety is an interactive program that aims to provide pharmacists and pharmacy staff with general mental health literacy, signs and impact of anxiety, and practical strategies to support the mental health of people in their community.
This training aims to increase the skills and confidence of pharmacists and pharmacy staff to:
- Have a conversation with someone who you suspect to be experiencing anxiety or suicidal thoughts.
- Identify evidence-based tools and resources that can be utilised to support those experiencing mental health issues.
- Highlight and understand the important role pharmacists play when intervening with common mental health issues.
