Table 1 Structure and content of the mental health literacy training course for workers assisting Iraqi refugees

Introductory activities

MHFA Action Plan^a for depression problems

Common mental illnesses occurring in the Australian population and Iraqi refugees^b

Crisis first aid for suicidal thoughts and behaviours

Risk factors for mental health problems in Iraqi refugees^b

Crisis first aid for non-suicidal self-injury

MHFA Actions 2–5^a

Iraq’s cultural diversity and Iraqi refugee intake in Australia^b

Depression film^b

Barriers and professional help-seeking and stigma associated with mental health problems in the Iraqi refugee community^b

Anxiety Problems—PTSD in Iraqi refugees:

Signs, symptoms and risk factors

Interventions

Impact of mental illness

MHFA Action Plan for anxiety problems:

Crisis first aid for panic attacks

Crisis first aid after a traumatic event

MHFA Actions 2–5^a

The importance of early intervention and professional help

Culturally-adapted PTSD film^b

The components of the MHFA Action Plan

Evaluation activity and conclusion

Cultural considerations and cross-cultural communication strategies when providing MHFA to Iraqi refugees^b

Depression: signs, symptoms, risk factors and effective interventions