Mental Health
In times of stress, your sympathetic nervous system is on high alert; box breathing can help
Understanding our autonomic nervous system can help us stay calm, cool and collected through stress
Promoting mental wellness in public safety involves regular check-ins, providing resources, supporting those struggling, leading by example and recognizing signs of stress
Firefighters, paramedics and EMTs, though accustomed to death, need to process grief when losing someone close to them
We need to do more to improve the care and compassion we show to our fire and EMS brethren
A study in Arizona over a seven-year period confirms a higher rate of death by suicide among EMTs vs. the general public
The shooting at the Thousand Oaks, Ca., Borderline Bar & Grill is another blow to first responders in communities impacted by mass violence
Our co-hosts are joined by EMS1 contributor Amy Eisenhauer to discuss her thoughts on professional development, mentoring and mental health in the industry
An organization’s leadership culture may explain the stark difference in opinion between providers and leaders on issues of patient and provider safety
Recognizing three common patient care decisions that contribute to cumulative stress in EMS providers
As they consider the second shark bite this summer and the first fatal shark attack in the state in over 80 years, responders say they are monitoring mental health
Proposition 11 asks voters to give private ambulance companies the power to keep their workers on duty during meal and rest breaks
Our co-hosts wrap up National Suicide Prevention Week with a discussion on signs to look for in ourselves and partners
Firefighter-paramedic Brent Jones said he decided to get help after five of his colleagues died by suicide in the past five years
A task force commissioned in the aftermath of the Parkland mass shooting calls for better communication about potential threats
Paramedic Robbie Curtis was an 18-year paramedic veteran who was awarded a medal for bravery and remembered for his big heart
Officials estimate that the Southwest Texas Crisis Collaborative will save taxpayer money and boost mental health services for patients
Our co-hosts answer an email from a listener asking for help in dealing with a partner who is going through an emotional time
Recognize the risk factors and symptoms of PTSD, and how to manage self-talk and meditate to reduce its physical and emotional effects
Acknowledging my depression to family, friends and colleagues and getting help is not a sign of weakness, but rather a sign of resilience and strength
The RIGHT (Rapid Integrated Group Healthcare Team) pilot program utilizes counselors and paramedics to better respond to mental health calls
Fire Chief Joanne Hayes-White hopes to spend the next few months researching how to train more peer counselors and create a support network to help responders
A paramedic hopes this last thought will help her find sleep again
Moderating exposure to secondary trauma and practicing self-care can help EMTs and paramedics avoid PTSD
The Mental Health Center of Greater Manchester’s Mobile Crisis Response Team helps people with mental health issues stay out of “emergency rooms, hospitalization and jail”
In the wake of tragedies, first responders must be willing to listen to their emotions and practice self-care whenever possible
Our co-hosts discuss a recent article written by EMS1 columnist Catherine Counts
For emergency responders, trauma from an act of mass violence can create a cyclical pattern of negative thinking
Take these steps to get quality sleep to protect against mental and physical health effects
eHome Heroes offers confidential video chats with a counselor to first responders in an effort to shatter the PTSD stigma
First responders are trained to respond to emergencies, but many are unprepared for the unbelievable trauma that accompanies a mass casualty incident
With three psychologists offering varying views of the mental stability of Genaro De La Cruz Ajqui, a judge ordered him to be taken to a forensic hospital
In EMS, most providers learn their most important lessons by doing; here are three lessons learned that you should never forget – no matter how long you’ve been in EMS
