Training «Problem Management +» from the International Medical Organization «UK-MED»
On the basis of Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic University, psychological trainers of the International Medical Organization «UK-MED» conducted a five-day «Problem Management +» training, teaching new consultants to provide assistance to persons affected by adverse circumstances.
«UP+» is an evidence-based individual psychological intervention developed by WHO, aimed at helping to solve psychological (stress, depression, anxiety) and practical problems.
Participants have learned problem management skills and strategies that will be useful in dealing with a wide range of emotional problems. The intervention was adapted for implementation in conditions of limited access to specialists, ensuring effective mental health support in communities. The program is suitable for supporting people who have survived disasters, conflicts or other stressful situations, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) techniques for self-support and assistance.
The main elements of UP+ include:
- assessment of emotional distress: determining the level of stress and emotional state of the client
- methods of stress management: the use of relaxation techniques and emotional regulation
- problem management: structured problem solving through identification, analysis and action planning
- activization of activities: encouraging daily tasks to improve mood and functioning
- increasing social support: involving loved ones and friends for support and interaction
The implementation of this program in Ukraine is aimed at improving mental health at the community level and reducing the level of stress among the population.
The participants of the training, including a significant number of scientific and pedagogical workers, students of higher education and graduates of the Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic, are sincerely grateful for the opportunity to obtain additional modern knowledge for development within the walls of the university!
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