Communities across Kansas are recognizing the importance of mental health education. Comcare in Sedgwick County holds mental health first aid classes. Comcare says it’s similar to a physical first aid class. As people learn how to perform CPR, they should also learn how to help someone in crisis.
“They show up one day and they’re just not the same person. They seem a little bit sadder or they don’t really care about things. That may not be a big sign, but it’s an indicator to say ‘something’s different about you,'” says Sarena Clubb with Comcare.
(Read more: KWCH News)