PTSD
Our cohosts tackle the difficult topic of trauma and healthy ways emergency responders can cope with the sometimes overwhelming feelings
Learn how to confront trauma that occurs after a difficult call and how to end the stigma surrounding getting help
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The move comes after the committee refused to renew the license to practice of a paramedic who disclosed he had PTSD
“Sometimes I hate who I am — so much so I wish for an easy escape”
Deputy Sheriff, shot and injured in the line of duty, champions PTSD coverage as a workers’ comp benefit
The founder of the new Emotional Trauma Life Support course talks about depression and suicide in EMS
The founder of the new Emotional Trauma Life Support course shares her own experience with depression
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It is critical for EMTs and paramedics to check in with one another and advocate nationally for recognition of PTSD as a work-related illness
First responders won’t have to prove they became ill because of their work if the bill passes
Chris and Kelly talk about mental health in EMS and sudden off-duty deaths, our #3 news item of the year
Not every emergency responder reacts the same way to a bad call and a cookie-cutter debriefing may do more harm than good
Though it might seem odd John Malcolm is glad an out-of-control driver hit the ambulance and not another vehicle
My husband decided to seek help for his mental health, and I couldn’t be more grateful and proud
Chris and Kelly are joined by medic and artist Daniel Sundahl, who creates art that touches many first responders
Chris and Kelly take a seat at the Guest Table with Daniel Sundahl, the artist whose drawings speak to many emergency responders
Many responders felt helpless and couldn’t accept not being able to do more
The Firefighter Behavioral Health Alliance teaches people to recognize the signs that might indicate a person is contemplating suicide
Suicides among first responders are more prevalent than line of duty deaths
Co-hosts Chris Cebollero and Kelly Grayson talk about the week’s news, including UK officials calling for higher penalties for those who attack medics
Relying on others and finding the right hobby can help relieve the stress of a mentally exhausting job
How I was told to go back to work when I asked for counseling, and how I almost killed myself just to stop thinking
10 years later medics and firefighters still coping with memories of tornado tragedy
The guidelines are specific to first responders, to better diagnose and treat post-traumatic stress disorder
A comic for EMS drawing off the real experiences of EMS
Kevin Kelly, 55, struggled with PTSD and respiratory illnesses since his 9/11 response
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EMS leaders learn suicide risk factors and the imperative to provide a non-punitive culture for seeking help
After holding it in for 20 years, a paramedic begins to talk and realizes the cycle of strife can be broken
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