Mental Health
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?
鈥淲hat drives us to do what we do?鈥�
Don鈥檛 run when things get tough; follow these 3 tips instead
The term has been banned from EMS training with the exception to describe its historical usage
Missoula鈥檚 Crisis Intervention Team training is based on actual incidents and focuses on communication, inter-agency networking
The initiative addresses the complex interplay between repetitive head impacts, traumatic brain injuries and mental health symptoms among first responders
Nearly half of respondents said that the organization of their home has an impact on their mental health and 80% feel more motivated when their home isn鈥檛 cluttered
Hit your fitness goals without breaking the bank
Bryan Johnson鈥檚 biohacking protocol has gone viral 鈥� could this practice benefit your wellbeing?
Boston EMS implements nutrition, physical and mental wellness education, psychological first aid to meet the needs of its members
Resiliency training and a CISM program laid a foundation for the Richmond Ambulance Authority to support its providers鈥� mental health
A top-tier athlete breathwork coach shares exercises to reset your mindset on and off shift
鈥淭he generalized view of the EMS and the paramedic profession is one of hope, survival and sustained life, but the paramedic鈥檚 view of themself regarding day-to-day endeavors does not always shine and glimmer with valor鈥�
Exploring the distinct stressors first responders face during medical calls
Being a good listener is often more valuable than offering solutions
Our control is mostly limited to our thoughts, attitudes, actions and decisions about what steps to take next
Simple gestures, like checking in after difficult calls or noticing changes in behavior, can make a significant difference
Dr. David Black, president of Wellness Solutions for Lexipol, welcomes first responders and their families to the second annual First Responder Wellness Week
Take steps to prioritize your wellness so you can better serve your community, your colleagues and your family
Through a steadfast commitment to daily steps and leaning on your support system, change is achievable
RAND report finds 911 and 988 mental health hotline require coordination from law enforcement, mental health specialists and others to promote interoperability
These tips, tools, products and services are designed to promote emotional and psychological resilience
It comes down to selecting the right members and training them in two key areas
If your home is not a place where you feel comfortable, consider reevaluating where you are putting all your time and energy
As a first responder, the unpredictable nature of your work shouldn鈥檛 extend to your home life; build strong family relationships with these recommendations
A recently published white paper establishes a path for public safety legislative advocacy
Assistant EMS Chief Peter Hsiao said the practice of sending a psychiatric response team was 鈥渟ound in theory鈥� but not in practice
Officials in Akron announced the formation of the Summit County Outreach Team program
Inside Health 34 鈥� UC Davis Fire鈥檚 mobile approach to non-emergent support and service navigation
7 strategies for extending wellness resources to the unsung heroes at home
Understaffed, overworked first responders need robust wellness programs to combat stress
