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The Power of Peer Support Training – Details You Ought to Know

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There is no denying that middle-aged and older adults have higher chances of experiencing comorbid physical health conditions and mental health issues as well. Peer support training  Peer support training is an evidence-based practice that empowers individuals to activate self-management and engagement with care among individuals with mental health issues, especially older adults. Older adult peer support is a promising specialization that is designed to address the unmet mental health issues and substance use conditions of the population. The certified peer specialists offer rigorous supplemental training to support older adults with SMI.   The training curriculum also includes cross-training in wellness coaching to support older adults with changes in physical health that come with age and promote healthy aging. Along with this, peer support training can also help in reducing the negative impacts of social isolation and the loss of family and friends on older adults with me...