By Dr. Lyn Westman | Mental Health Program Consultant
An unfortunate reality of the world we live in is any of us could be dealing with a mental illness and even the people closest to us may not know. The most common mental illnesses -- depression, anxiety, and stress -- are experienced by people all around the globe.
In Nepal, where last year's earthquakes left over 8,000 dead and thousands more homeless, people have been living with much trauma and grief. These lives were changed forever, and the psychological toll is real and long-lasting.
Last year after the quakes, the TI mental health team trained 71 informal service providers from churches and community organizations. In September we return to follow up with those trained last year and to train more community workers. These workers are in an area where many remain homeless, and where our partner Hope for Nepal is building homes.
The workers trained last year have reported they are more confident in counseling, as they have learned about peoples' basic needs and reactions to traumatic experiences and grief.
They have been using what they learned in their roles in the community as people continue to cope with the effects of the quakes. They have been sharing what they learned with others.
Thank you for supporting mental health training in Nepal!
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