Mental Health
As you begin your EMS journey, remember: the calls are real, the people are counting on you, and your training is just the beginning
Inspiring ways to recognize providers鈥� contributions, educate the community and recruit the next generation
Understand how the experiences you have as a first responder can shape your relationships with your family
Weiser Ambulance District鈥檚 new community paramedic initiative is helping divert crisis calls from EDs and 911
Albuquerque Ambulance鈥檚 peer team helps medics cope with trauma, depression and loss through active listening and shared experiences
After surviving a brutal attack in an ambulance, Lancaster EMS Paramedic Melanie Kempf leaned on peer support and therapy to heal
Understand why first responders struggle to recognize their stress and how Tactical Brain Training builds emotional awareness and resilience
First responders face significantly higher risks of mental health challenges due to the intense stress and repeated trauma of their work, warns therapist Dr. Brendan Guarino
Hyperventilation syndrome, often triggered by anxiety, presents unique challenges in EMS care. Understanding its nuances is crucial for effective assessment and management.
Graham Hoffman鈥檚 death underscores the unpredictable risks and the need for stronger safety measures in EMS
5 practical ways to align chaplaincy with organizational culture and expectations 鈥� and why it matters
A wave of new bills throughout the country would establish peer networks, crisis hotlines and insurance coverage for trauma-related conditions like PTSD
MMR shares their journey to adopt a pet who provides unconditional support
Chest pain, rapid heartbeat, shortness of breath: While panic attacks and anxiety attacks share common symptoms, they also have distinct differences
Building mental and physical resilience isn鈥檛 just important 鈥� it鈥檚 essential for EMS professionals. If your program isn鈥檛 gaining traction, these 5 roadblocks could be to blame.
Following up after a traumatic incident can make all the difference. These practical conversation starters help you show empathy and provide support without making it awkward.
Savor the victories and find humor in the routine to carry the emotional load
Cold showers offer a powerful and accessible tool for medics to combat stress, boost resilience and cultivate mental clarity
Who could use a little more sleep?
Paramedic Stacy Jensen, who was diagnosed with PTSD after responding to a school shooting, created the program to provide mental health resources for first responders
What first responders can learn about fatigue management from the U.S. Army鈥檚 doctrine on readiness
Personal reactions to trauma take many forms, but some offer important clues that you may be experiencing PTSD
When free of shift schedules, try these tips to get to sleep faster and achieve quality sleep
Not getting adequate, quality rest can wreak havoc on your physical and mental health
The COVID-19 RAPID Mental Health Assessment highlights key concerns related to first responder stress, general wellbeing, and work-life balance
鈥淭here has never been a more crucial time to have a wingmate in EMS 鈥� a wingmate to watch your six and guide each other through the storm鈥�
It can be challenging to set time aside to keep a healthy mind and body; here鈥檚 our top 25 wellness tips for you to concentrate on this year
鈥淭ime鈥� magazine-featured paramedic Alanna Badgley reflects on the fear, fatigue and fight to get recognition and support for EMS during the pandemic and how that fight continues today
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