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.
Solutions to navigate the most common family-centric concerns voiced by firefighters
These tips, tools, products and services are designed to promote emotional and psychological resilience
Departments that fail to engage the family in firefighter wellness are missing a powerful tool
The former first responder shares his personal mental health struggles and urges others to build a support system
As a first responder, the unpredictable nature of your work shouldn’t extend to your home life; build strong family relationships with these recommendations
If your home is not a place where you feel comfortable, consider reevaluating where you are putting all your time and energy
Fire service leaders can take action to increase awareness, access and applicability of these potentially lifesaving programs
Assistant EMS Chief Peter Hsiao said the practice of sending a psychiatric response team was “sound in theory” but not in practice
Inside Health 34 – UC Davis Fire’s mobile approach to non-emergent support and service navigation
It comes down to selecting the right members and training them in two key areas
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Many EAPs go beyond counseling resources to help members with nutrition, exercise, family dynamics and financial assistance
Cold showers offer a powerful and accessible tool for officers to combat stress, boost resilience and cultivate mental clarity
7 strategies for extending wellness resources to the unsung heroes at home
Understaffed, overworked first responders need robust wellness programs to combat stress
The first responder’s guide to overcoming addiction
The CEO of the Spartan endurance sports brand wants to help 100 million people get fit – now 101 million with his offer of a free race for all firefighters
Lexipol places public safety wellness at the forefront with a week dedicated to education, community and support
Following the hardest of calls, we hope to always circle back to the positive impacts that we have when we are able to make that save
Better sleep is the best first responder countermeasure to shift work and fatigue
The nomination for the 2024 Business Intelligence Group award focused on the Cordico wellness app
Bill would allow consumption of psychedelic mushrooms under professional supervision by a licensed therapist
The Best in Biz Award recognizes the new version of Lexipol’s Cordico wellness app for first responders
Dr. Rachelle Zemlok takes the Better Every Shift crew inside the psychologist’s office
The more we can recognize and understand how our thoughts work, the better equipped we will be to break the habit
A man jumped out of the ambulance, assaulted a police officer and refused commands to drop a metal object
First responders can search for providers by by location, areas of expertise, accepted insurance, licensure and telehealth
Most of the first Monterey Park firefighters on the scene of the Star Ballroom Dance Studio shooting had less than five years on the job
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