It is estimated that at any time, about 20 percent of the population suffers from a mental health condition. However, less than half are being treated by a professional. The Counseling and Testing Center is offering free Mental Health First Aid courses to help individuals better identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health issues in others. Help yourself, help a friend. Admission is free for students, and a light breakfast and afternoon snacks will be provided. To register for the Sunday course, which is split between Nov. 8 and 15, from 1-5 p.m. each day (you must attend both days to be certified in the full eight-hour course), please email paula.branizor@wichita.edu by 3 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 4. For more information, go to http://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org.
