An Evaluation of Mental Health First Aid Officer Utilisation Across an International, Interdisciplinary Oncology Group.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Mental health is a critical component of overall well-being, yet healthcare professionals, particularly those in oncology, face unique stressors that increase their risk of compassion fatigue and burnout. Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training equips non-mental health professionals with the skills to support individuals experiencing distress. Our international oncology organisation implemented MHFA training to foster mentally healthy workplaces. This study evaluated the utilisation of these MHFA officers (MHFAOs) over a 12-month period.

Methods

An anonymous online survey was conducted in July 2024, inviting 34 trained MHFAOs across 13 professional disciplines. The survey collected quantitative and qualitative data on MHFA training, utilisation and perceptions.<

SUBMITTER: Summerfield J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12661068 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature