Manual of Psychological First Aid

Psychological First Aid — A Field Guide for Crisis Intervention is a comprehensive digital resource developed by King of Summaries, designed for health students and professionals, volunteers, and anyone who wants to be prepared to support someone in emotional distress.

The guide covers the foundations of Psychological First Aid (PFA) — its definition, objectives, components, and target audience — through internationally recognized models such as RAPID-PFA, Brymer, Hobfoll, WHO, NATO, TENTS, and NCTSN. Readers learn how to deliver PFA in practice: effective communication, action principles (look, listen, link), meeting basic needs, and handling complex situations. Dedicated sections address vulnerable groups — children, teenagers, people with disabilities, and caregivers in crisis — along with a full chapter on PFA applied to suicide, covering risk assessment and intervention steps. The material closes with three commented case studies (accident, catastrophe, and refugees) for real-world application. An essential field guide for anyone working or looking to work in crisis response.