Stress Management

Planning for trauma: How to protect firefighter mental health

Communication at home, recognizing PTSD throughout the ranks and preparing in advance can help firefighters handle the consequences of the trauma they experience

Why firefighters need to practice self-care before caring for others

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Take note of the stress firefighting takes on your body and wellbeing, and address mental health by taking action to reduce stress

Treating invisible wounds: Addressing firefighter stress

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Support colleagues to neutralize the negative effects stress can have on firefighter mental and physical health

Disaster mental health: Meeting the unique needs of first responders

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Plan ahead and use all the resources at your disposal to help firefighters suffering from PTSD related to disaster response

Use the RESPOND method to assess firefighter PTSD

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Regular assessment can help mitigate the effects of trauma on firefighters’ emotional health and well-being

3 steps to a fire service behavioral health size-up

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The VCOS report issues directives for advocating for firefighter mental health education, resources and support programs

Fire captain starts program to help colleagues with PTSD

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Capt. Leslie Asbury teamed up with Battalion Chief Tim Spencer to help firefighters with stress after one of her colleagues attempted suicide

Treating first responder mental health, addiction, PTSD and suicide

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A new fire/EMS-specific treatment facility caters to specific job-related trauma while making first responders feel at home

Fit for duty: How to be a resilient responder

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Fit for duty does not always mean being physically fit; it also refers to being resilient to the stress and emotional impacts of the job

What first responders should seek in mental health clinicians

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While responder professions can be exceptionally rewarding, they also expose men and women to traumatic scenes that can challenge their ability to cope with stress

eBook: Understanding and coping with first responder stress

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Over the years, there has been a growing understanding of the impact stress has on both the careers and personal lives of emergency service personnel.