Mental Health

The mental health resource page features the latest news and original content focused on mental and behavioral health, particularly post-traumatic stress disorder (PSTD) post-traumatic stress injury (PTSI) and other wellness issues connected to the sometimes difficult or traumatic nature of first responder calls. Firefighters share their stories of overcoming PTSD and depression, and offer insights for how fellow members can seek help to manage those calls that “stick.” Further, firefighters and researchers offer guidance to firefighters via podcasts and expert analysis, covering topics like how to manage both on- and off-duty issues. For more information about mental health topics, sign up for the FireRescue1 Safety & Health newsletter.

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Los Angeles County board votes to address workplace violence at fire department
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The vote directs the department to work with local resources to provide mental health visits for firefighters and their families
America’s mental health crisis is evolving. Are we prepared?
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EMS must change tactics, mindset to best meet patients’ needs – and that includes patient transport beyond the ER
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‘I mowed my lawn today’: A forced change in perspective due to Long-COVID
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Surviving COVID-19 and now managing its ongoing health effects has given me a new appreciation for family, friends and life
5 years later: Pulse nightclub MCI highlighted need for first responder mental health support
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The chaos of June 12, 2016, left lingering trauma for first responders and led local agencies to reexamine their preparation for active-shooter events
Firefighter violence: Prevention involves awareness, support and treatment options
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Fire departments are not immune from workplace violence, so we must develop meaningful support and treatment systems
Road rage crash killed 3, but 11-year-old survivor brings hope to rescuers: 'She truly is my hero'
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Seeing Demya Sibley's progress after responding to the grisly crash scene has been instrumental in helping the providers process the call
Rapid Response: LACoFD shooting highlights violence, mental health issues in fire service
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We train to respond to active shooter incidents but never expect it to be one of our own, in our own firehouse
Public safety ‘pit stops’: It’s critical to take breaks to avoid burnout
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Strategies for first responders to manage stress during busy shifts
Guidance for developing a fire department behavioral health access program
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2nd Alarm Project addresses how to operationalize culture change regarding behavioral health within the fire service
‘Get in there!’: Reflections on a firefighter’s battle cry and the need to redefine courage
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The fire service has changed: There are more fires to fight and wounds to heal than the ones on the outside
Albuquerque Fire Rescue hires its first behavioral health director
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Maia Dalton-Theodore will serve as the director for AFR's Firefighter Mental Health and Wellness Program
Detroit to build enhanced peer support unit at FD after drunk driving incidents, audit
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The fire department's current peer support program consists of one full-time employee and has a budget of less than $80,000
Enhancing first responder resilience through mindfulness
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It's important to find a focused habit that energizes you and returns you to yourself as whole and complete
Va. county firefighters, recruits allege extreme hazing at academy
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Arlington County firefighters said they feared one recruit would be driven to self-harm by the degrading treatment
NC firefighters lobby for bills on PTSD coverage, roadside safety, PFAS
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Firefighters shared emotional testimony to the state legislature about their struggles with traumatic calls
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