COURSE

Community-Based Mental Health Program

INFORMATION

This program shall include the Training of Community Mental Health Coaches, Creation of Community Protocols for Mental Health Crisis, provision for Information campaigns, establishment of Liaison with Mental Health Institution, and provision for Children and Women Security.
The Training of Community Mental Health Coaches is a strategy that aims to train individuals who can promote mental health through the provision of reliable mental health information, promotion of family and community bonds and attachments, and enhancement of an individual’s meaning and identity. This training shall be done through videoconferencing, practical exercises and asynchronous lecture. The trainees are also expected to assess and support at least 5 individuals during the training period and share their experience during the monthly group discussion. Likewise, regular group feedback shall be done to monitor the progress of the trainees. Mental health professional support shall also be provided during regular group discussion with the trainees.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

addresses the pandemic’s mental health impacts
trigger institutionalization of measures to reduce prevalence of mental health concerns

COURSE OUTLINE

Basics of Mental Health, Mental Health Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic
Mental health situation and Philippine Mental Health Law
Overview of Common Mental Health Conditions, and General Interventions
Common Mental Health Screening and Monitoring Tools
Psychological First Aid
Managing Violent Behaviors
Setting up Community Support Groups and Basic Facilitation Skills
Case Studies and Practicum

Zoom Link:

Topic: Online Course: Community-Based Mental Health Program

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https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89734898270?pwd=NnYvS09HdUpDaHRJd21TQ3VMK1Jmdz09

Meeting ID: 897 3489 8270

Passcode: 480900

Facilitator

Rowalt Alibudbud, MD DSBPP

Dr. Rowalt Alibudbud is a psychiatrist based in Manila and Makati. He is also an Assistant Professorial Lecturer in the Behavioral Sciences Department of the De La Salle University, Manila. He was trained and educated in nursing, medicine, psychiatry and social sciences from various institutions in Metro Manila. He has more than 6 years of experience in mental health and addiction programs and interventions. He has also been a consultant for local and national projects and researches focused on improving access to community-based mental health and addiction rehabilitation services as well as an educator at various medical schools in Metro Manila.

Aprille C. Banayat, MAN

Asst. Prof. Aprille Banayat or Eli is a registered nurse and a graduate of Master of Arts in Nursing Major in Maternal and Child Health Nursing in the University of the Philippines Manila (UP Manila). She is also a college Assistant Professor from the same university effectively educating undergraduates to attain professional competencies. Coming from a public health background, she is capable of discussing technical knowledge and imparting practical skills on mental health with focus on maternal and child health.

Maria Angela A. Mabale, MAN

Asst. Prof. Angela Mabale is a registered nurse and a graduate of Master of Arts in Nursing Major in Adult Health Nursing in the University of the Philippines Manila (UP Manila). She is also a college Assistant Professor from the same university in-charged with the psychiatric ward rotation of senior nursing students in the Philippine General Hospital. She was previously a psychiatric nurse from the same hospital where she provided actual nursing care to patients with psychiatric problems. She is trained to conduct critical incident stress debriefing.

Raymond John S. Naguit MD RN

Dr. RJ Naguit is a Filipino activist, nurse, medical doctor, and mental health advocate. He graduated Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2012 and Doctor of Medicine in 2017 in the University of Santo Tomas – Manila, and is currently pursuing a Master in Community Development degree from the University of the Philippines - Diliman. Currently, he serves as the founding and current national chairperson of the Youth for Mental Health Coalition, composed of youth advocates who work towards improving the Philippine Mental Health situation. Coming from a medical background, Dr. Naguit is skilled in basic clinical psychotherapy and case management for people with mental health issues.

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