Effect of Korean Version of Psychological First Aid Training Program on Training Disaster Mental Health Service Provider
10.4306/jknpa.2020.59.2.123
- Author:
Hae-in PARK
1
;
Sun-Woo CHOI
;
Yun-kyeung CHOI
;
Soo-hyun PARK
;
Sung-eun YOU
;
Myung-jae BAIK
;
Heeguk KIM
;
Jinhee HYUN
;
Jeong-Ho SEOK
Author Information
1. Institute of Behavioral Science in Medicine, 8Department of Psychiatry, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
- Publication Type:ORIGINAL ARTICLE
- From:Journal of Korean Neuropsychiatric Association
2020;59(2):123-135
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:0
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Abstract:
Objectives:This study aimed to develop a Korean version of psychological first aid training program (K-PFA) and examine the education effect on trainees.
Methods:This study enrolled 485 subjects who completed both K-PFA and study surveys. In addition to mental health professionals, subjects with various ages and educational backgrounds were included to examine the education effects of the capabilities in conducting PFA and understanding acute phase disaster mental health (DMH).
Results:Both mental health professionals and non-professionals improved their understanding of acute-phase DMH intervention and their perceived capabilities in conducting PFA.
Conclusion:The development of a DMH intervention-training program adapted to Korean domesticcircumstances and culture represents a significant step towards a comprehensive and individualized intervention for disaster survivors.
