First aid is generally performed by someone with basic medical training.
Mental health first aid is an extension of the concept of first aid to cover mental health,[sup]
[2][/sup] while
psychological first aid is used as early treatment of people who are at risk for developing
PTSD.[sup]
[3][/sup] Conflict First Aid, focused on preservation and recovery of an individual's social or relationship well-being, is being piloted in
Canada.
