Mental Health First Aider

Amid the challenges of academic life, which can be marked by turbulence, high pressure, and complex demands, it is of utmost importance to pay attention both to yourself and to the needs of university staff and students. Often, assigned tasks, time pressure in daily work, personal worries, and other obligations can pose excessive mental strain. In such moments, it is crucial not to look away – neither from yourself nor from others.

Who we are:

That's why Anhalt University has established a network of Mental Health First Aider. This group is made up of staff members who are prepared to provide important support in situations of overwhelm or after upsetting events that affect you emotionally. Talking to a Mental Health First Aider offers a simple and quick way to get support during a mental crisis and information on which professional contacts you can turn to.

When you can contact us:

• If you are currently feeling acutely stressed, overwhelmed, or emotionally burdened.

• If you are worried about the well-being of a colleague and don’t know how to help.

• If you want a safe space for a confidential conversation.

Important to know:

The focus is on giving you a listening ear and emotional support, the conversations are confidential.

What a conversation with a Mental Health First Aider cannot do:

The conversations are not psychotherapy and are not designed for long-term care. A conversation with a Mental Health First Aider cannot replace professional care by specialists (psychologists, doctors, etc.).