Mental Health
Discover practical strategies for public safety leaders to stay grounded, manage stress and inspire their teams during life’s toughest challenges
Policy shifts and sustainable funding are needed to help manage the demand of mental health calls
COVID-19 has added a layer of complexity and concern to the work of America’s first responders
Training, mental health resources are essential to support first responders facing both the opioid crisis and COVID-19 outbreak
A typical shift during the pandemic highlights the uncertainty faced by first responders
The Disaster Responder Assets Network will host confidential Zoom sessions led by front-line responders trained in peer support
FDNY EMT John Mondello, 23, graduated from the EMS academy in early February and worked with the Tactical Response Group in the Bronx
Hennepin EMS Paramedic Karl Meek, 44, was honored with a gathering of emergency vehicles outside Hennepin County Medical Center on Thursday
Engage in these simple practices to manage the stress of uncertainty
News and expert analysis to help alleviate the top pandemic-related stressors
Tips to ensure first responders stay not only physically healthy but also mentally prepared to navigate these stressful times
Congresswoman Robin Kelly is calling for a matching fund waiver for grants related to pandemic response and mental health
New Hampshire Paramedic Bobby O’Donnell offered advice for managing the mental impact of the COVID-19 crisis
How first responders can use deliberate rumination to positively process their COVID-19 experiences
The pivotal role of EMS in the fight against a global health crisis has put its providers in the national spotlight
Government and private groups are stepping up with resources and assistance in response to the COVID-19 pandemic
Resilience expert Mike Taigman provides strategies first responders can use to manage stress during the long haul of this pandemic
How to recognize signs of stress in personnel and offer support during the COVID-19 crisis
Look for these signs of physical and mental stress, and follow these action steps to maintain emotional wellbeing
Paramedic Farooq Muhammad said he took inspiration from the resilience of EMS providers through crises including the COVID-19 pandemic
First responder agencies are working to improve mental health resources and training after the death of Cowlitz 2 Fire & Rescue Battalion Chief Mickel Zainfeld
Taking care of yourself is not an extracurricular activity, it’s a necessity so you can keep taking care of others
The golden doodle puppy will soon begin training to provide emotional support to providers and patients
Officials say last year’s pilot program has been a success and plans to include more municipalities
South Metro Fire Rescue hired a clinician to administer the therapy at its headquarters due to its popularity among personnel
The two representatives plan to offer the bill as an alternative to the workers’ compensation bill already passed by the state House
Under the proposed act, federal grant funding for mental wellness support would no longer carry a funding match requirement
A paramedic shares how the opioid epidemic triggered a mental health crisis, and how emotional care has helped
The legislation package was introduced by Assemblymember and former EMT Freddie Rodriguez
The proposal for the treatment center is under consideration at Tuesday’s city commission meeting after previous proposals were denied twice
The alternative bill would fund workers’ compensation for first responders with PTSD through a different department
How to talk to EMS providers about their mental health and identify suicidal tendencies
