https://sole.hsc.wvu.edu/Apps/News/rss/HealthSciences/Faculty-and-Staff-Assistance-Program50 most recent storiesen-USb2b290ed-4227-4688-9395-bd7b69429a83https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=fsap-support-squad-book-club-to-revisit-bravingwildernessThe Faculty Support Assistance Program support squad's weekly book club is revisiting Brené Brown's, Braving the Wilderness: The Quest for True Belonging and the Courage to Stand Alone.Sun, 14 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-09-15T08:42:31-04:00f7ae35b2-835d-42ae-9808-c4e652612846https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=fsap-to-host-virtual-mental-health-first-aid-trainingThe WVU Faculty and Staff Assistance Program will offer two virtual Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) certification opportunities this summer. MHFA helps individuals assist someone experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis until professional help is available or the crisis is resolved.Wed, 02 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-05-12T11:35:03-04:00437cf450-6bef-412a-a243-c09fef464141https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=fsap-support-squad-book-club-to-discuss-bravingwildernessFaculty and staff are invited to discuss "Braving the Wilderness: The Quest for True Belonging and the Courage to Stand Alone" by Brene Brown every Wednesday at 11 a.m. beginning March 5 through April 9 on Zoom. Thu, 27 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -05002025-02-27T13:53:42-05:004a89eaf5-0cd7-499b-8342-84b219f1d15fhttps://enews.wvu.edu/articles/2024/08/09/faculty-and-staff-assistance-program-offers-walk-and-talk-sessionsFSAP Walk and Talk sessions incorporate free, confidential employee counseling sessions into an outdoor format where you and your provider can use the rhythmic movement and connection with nature to cultivate a deeper connection between mind and body.Fri, 09 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-12-09T16:02:22-05:001dc62f0a-a478-4473-b2cd-62f1b0c694b4https://enews.wvu.edu/articles/2023/04/25/fsap-offers-advice-on-coping-with-workplace-changesIn times of workplace change, it's natural to feel uncertain and anxious. According to human resource consultant Susan Starr, major changes can lead to panic, as people wonder about their future in the company.Thu, 06 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-06-10T13:30:42-04:0031f6f982-8e28-4bae-a413-9973cbca0894https://enews.wvu.edu/articles/2024/05/15/fsap-support-squad-book-club-to-discuss-the-dance-of-angerThe Faculty and Staff Assistance Program invites faculty, staff and students to read "The Dance of Anger," an international bestseller by Harriet Lerner that highlights the importance of listening to our emotions to help move us towards change and to identify unhelpful patterns in relationships. Wed, 15 May 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-12-09T16:02:16-05:00a6e2ea92-a830-4189-ac09-587735743d8fhttps://enews.wvu.edu/articles/2024/02/26/fsap-offers-book-clubJoin the Faculty and Staff Assistance Program Support Squad biweekly book club to connect and share insight with colleagues while exploring some of the most thought-provoking literature on self-help and personal growth. Mon, 26 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -05002024-12-09T16:02:10-05:00e37e7a63-4260-485d-bdea-3b4ee98cd687https://enews.wvu.edu/articles/2024/02/22/fsap-offers-mental-health-first-aid-certification-trainingSimilar to physical First Aid and CPR, Mental Health First Aid teaches individuals how to assist others experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis until professional assistance is available or the crisis is resolved. Thu, 22 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -05002024-12-09T16:02:00-05:0069e6c1b8-a251-453b-9b8b-9031b4bfe7fbhttps://enews.wvu.edu/articles/2024/02/02/fsap-offers-support-squad-groupThis new group will meet every other Thursday beginning at 5 p.m. Feb. 29 on Zoom. Sessions will focus on skill development and techniques to cope with stress, improve relationships and enhance emotional well-being. Fri, 02 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -05002024-12-09T16:01:54-05:0019f65410-c39b-40a7-a1b9-aa0ee4087005https://enews.wvu.edu/articles/2023/11/10/mental-health-first-aid-training-availableThe Faculty and Staff Assistance Program will hold a virtual Mental Health and First Aid training for University employees from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 28. Participants must attend the entire training to receive certification. Fri, 10 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -05002024-06-06T11:24:03-04:0020f3350d-8cf1-4da1-b2e2-d02ef40a2780https://enews.wvu.edu/articles/2023/09/19/fsap-provides-support-during-national-suicide-prevention-monthNational Suicide Prevention Month provides an opportunity to raise awareness and discuss the highly stigmatized topic of suicide. Tue, 19 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -04002024-12-09T16:01:48-05:001e3b2bcb-51da-4ebe-a29b-1077ff7486abhttps://enews.wvu.edu/articles/2023/09/13/wvu-fasp-offers-help-with-stress-managementAlthough we cannot always control or change stressful situations, we can decide how we are going to cope during difficult times. Wed, 13 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -04002024-12-09T16:01:41-05:001dc62f0a-a478-4473-b2cd-62f1b0c694b4https://enews.wvu.edu/articles/2023/04/25/fsap-offers-advice-on-coping-with-workplace-changesIn times of workplace change, it's natural to feel uncertain and anxious. According to human resource consultant Susan Starr, major changes can lead to panic, as people wonder about their future in the company.Tue, 25 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -04002024-12-09T16:01:24-05:00