First responders (police officers, firefighters, and emergency medical services) are those in the community on the front lines. They often render life-saving medical services, stop threats in the community, or rescue those in dire situations. The Institutes of Health indicate that about 80% of first responders will experience a traumatic event in their career. This […]
First responders face routine high-stress situations that may create lingering emotional pain. Their profession requires them to confront death, tragedy, and, at times, losing a close coworker. This places them at a heightened risk for grief and loss-related emotional challenges. Follow this link here to learn more about the risks first responders face. Mental health
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First responders are often the first on the scene during traumatic, chaotic events. They face high-stress situations, including car accidents, mass shootings, and other emergencies on a routine basis. Their heroic efforts and sacrifices save lives, but the emotional toll of witnessing severe injuries, death, and human suffering can impact the human body. Repeated exposure
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Both the body and nervous system have evolved over the millennia to create adaptive responses to stress. One of these mechanisms is emotional detachment in the face of stress or trauma. A Science Direct article by Kristin Klimley, Vincent Van Hasselt, and Ashley Stripling indicates that “over 80% of first responders report experiencing trauma while
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First responders, including firefighters, police officers, paramedics, and emergency medical technicians (EMTs), face unique challenges in their professions. They are often the first on the scene in life-threatening or dangerous situations, making split-second decisions that can mean the difference between life and death. While these roles are crucial for public safety, they come with significant
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