/ptsd PTSD en-US Wed, 09 Apr 2025 20:36:00 GMT /ems-products/fitness-mental-health-wellness/articles/meet-gladys-mobile-medical-responses-therapy-station-dog-8H6kT5j3Dc2tvQ9J/ MMR shares their journey to adopt a pet who provides unconditional support Wed, 09 Apr 2025 20:36:00 GMT /ems-products/fitness-mental-health-wellness/articles/meet-gladys-mobile-medical-responses-therapy-station-dog-8H6kT5j3Dc2tvQ9J/ /health-wellness/articles/3-signs-traumatic-calls-may-be-affecting-you-more-than-you-think-CDwTXvGpURUANI1D/ A firefighter shares his journey with PTSD, highlighting trauma’s impact on first responders, warning signs to watch for, and the importance of seeking help. Wed, 12 Mar 2025 20:39:00 GMT /health-wellness/articles/3-signs-traumatic-calls-may-be-affecting-you-more-than-you-think-CDwTXvGpURUANI1D/ /workplace-stress/articles/applying-the-wingmate-concept-to-ems-zAapzXH9NHKhRxOw/ “There has never been a more crucial time to have a wingmate in EMS – a wingmate to watch your six and guide each other through the storm” Tue, 11 Mar 2025 18:25:00 GMT /workplace-stress/articles/applying-the-wingmate-concept-to-ems-zAapzXH9NHKhRxOw/ /ems-products/fitness-mental-health-wellness/articles/meet-gladys-mobile-medical-responses-therapy-station-dog-8H6kT5j3Dc2tvQ9J/ MMR shares their journey to adopt a pet who provides unconditional support Wed, 09 Apr 2025 20:36:00 GMT /ems-products/fitness-mental-health-wellness/articles/meet-gladys-mobile-medical-responses-therapy-station-dog-8H6kT5j3Dc2tvQ9J/ /health-wellness/articles/3-signs-traumatic-calls-may-be-affecting-you-more-than-you-think-CDwTXvGpURUANI1D/ A firefighter shares his journey with PTSD, highlighting trauma’s impact on first responders, warning signs to watch for, and the importance of seeking help. Wed, 12 Mar 2025 20:39:00 GMT /health-wellness/articles/3-signs-traumatic-calls-may-be-affecting-you-more-than-you-think-CDwTXvGpURUANI1D/ /workplace-stress/articles/applying-the-wingmate-concept-to-ems-zAapzXH9NHKhRxOw/ “There has never been a more crucial time to have a wingmate in EMS – a wingmate to watch your six and guide each other through the storm” Tue, 11 Mar 2025 18:25:00 GMT /workplace-stress/articles/applying-the-wingmate-concept-to-ems-zAapzXH9NHKhRxOw/ /ketamine/colo-mental-health-clinic-begins-offering-ketamine-therapy-for-emts-and-paramedics Through Colorado’s Path4EMS program, a mental health clinic reduces ketamine infusion costs from $400 to $150, making treatment more accessible for first responders Tue, 11 Mar 2025 13:00:33 GMT /ketamine/colo-mental-health-clinic-begins-offering-ketamine-therapy-for-emts-and-paramedics /women-in-ems/reality-check-the-female-ems-experience Female EMS clinicians report high rates of harassment, mental health struggles and limited career support. Research highlights key areas for reform to create a safer and more inclusive workplace. Mon, 10 Mar 2025 14:45:09 GMT /women-in-ems/reality-check-the-female-ems-experience /off-duty/6-ways-to-protect-your-relationships-as-a-first-responder A career in public safety or emergency response can take a toll on your loved ones; here’s what you need to know Fri, 07 Feb 2025 16:20:14 GMT /off-duty/6-ways-to-protect-your-relationships-as-a-first-responder /health-wellness/mental-health-treatment-center-for-first-responders-planned-in-ga Valor Station is created to help first responders deal with depression and stress Sun, 29 Dec 2024 13:00:00 GMT /health-wellness/mental-health-treatment-center-for-first-responders-planned-in-ga /ems-advocacy/articles/ems-and-grief-understanding-your-emotions-I8EJBUX6JdnUAaeC/ For EMTs, grief is often a surprising reaction to every day interactions with patients and their loved ones Fri, 20 Dec 2024 00:39:36 GMT /ems-advocacy/articles/ems-and-grief-understanding-your-emotions-I8EJBUX6JdnUAaeC/ /mental-health/articles/helping-a-department-through-loss-syXqoNQiSVzvuNVH/ Lessons from a Florida chief’s message to grieving members Fri, 20 Dec 2024 00:30:19 GMT /mental-health/articles/helping-a-department-through-loss-syXqoNQiSVzvuNVH/ /mental-health/ems-burnout-try-this-4-step-cure When I reached a tipping point in my career I realized I needed to change if I was going to last any longer as a medic Wed, 20 Nov 2024 19:44:57 GMT /mental-health/ems-burnout-try-this-4-step-cure /paramedic-chief/articles/making-your-eap-work-for-your-employees-lXF9j8ZYaekYocec/ Dr. Sara Gilman discusses the importance of an Employee Assistance Program that is tailored to the needs of first responders and their unique experiences Thu, 10 Oct 2024 16:37:51 GMT /paramedic-chief/articles/making-your-eap-work-for-your-employees-lXF9j8ZYaekYocec/ /las-vegas-shooting/articles/we-knew-then-shots-were-being-fired-T9qCcIDhR2sOkFbP/ Seven years after the Route 91 Harvest Festival MCI, a paramedic reflects on a frightening moment, and the lessons learned Sun, 29 Sep 2024 21:12:00 GMT /las-vegas-shooting/articles/we-knew-then-shots-were-being-fired-T9qCcIDhR2sOkFbP/ /mental-health/videos/remember-2-things-the-after-effects-of-a-disaster-response-b5sdTY88ROjuURcC/ Is your agency prepared? Thu, 19 Sep 2024 01:51:58 GMT /mental-health/videos/remember-2-things-the-after-effects-of-a-disaster-response-b5sdTY88ROjuURcC/ /mental-health/articles/suicide-in-older-men-a-community-health-emergency-vqCGfW7RqKwq0hyv/ Know the risk factors and how to implement a screening tool during patient transports Fri, 06 Sep 2024 22:16:22 GMT /mental-health/articles/suicide-in-older-men-a-community-health-emergency-vqCGfW7RqKwq0hyv/ /9-11/articles/the-anniversary-effect-processing-the-pain-year-after-year-RUDRjNTjj3GbljTq/ Guidance for managing the emotions associated with the anniversaries of traumatic incidents Tue, 03 Sep 2024 23:59:59 GMT /9-11/articles/the-anniversary-effect-processing-the-pain-year-after-year-RUDRjNTjj3GbljTq/ /health-wellness/a-skeptics-guide-to-understanding-reiki-and-its-benefits Reiki holds the potential to unlock new avenues of healing and self-discovery, offering relief from physical discomfort and emotional tension Fri, 31 May 2024 16:04:40 GMT /health-wellness/a-skeptics-guide-to-understanding-reiki-and-its-benefits /mental-health/healing-heroes-how-service-dogs-transform-the-lives-of-first-responders Learn how a service dog helps a wildland firefighter and EMT manage her anxiety, interrupt nightmares and perform deep-pressure therapy Thu, 30 May 2024 13:56:57 GMT /mental-health/healing-heroes-how-service-dogs-transform-the-lives-of-first-responders /ems-week/articles/celebrating-ems-week-2023-day-1-health-wellness-and-resilience-8IAoNFL6IgIczI7U/ While you might be able to accurately diagnose every patient you treat, you must also prioritize your own physical and mental health Sun, 19 May 2024 15:16:36 GMT /ems-week/articles/celebrating-ems-week-2023-day-1-health-wellness-and-resilience-8IAoNFL6IgIczI7U/ /mental-health/always-look-at-the-baby The importance of bearing witness to the tragedy we encounter in daily life, and the gifts that these difficult situations sometimes bring Thu, 25 Apr 2024 22:41:56 GMT /mental-health/always-look-at-the-baby /mental-health/ask-laurie-how-can-i-become-more-resilient-at-work Don’t run when things get tough; follow these 3 tips instead Thu, 11 Apr 2024 17:18:02 GMT /mental-health/ask-laurie-how-can-i-become-more-resilient-at-work /ems-products/fitness-mental-health-wellness/articles/provider-resiliency-not-just-a-head-game-qzLaCCy2Nked7Xbg/ Boston EMS implements nutrition, physical and mental wellness education, psychological first aid to meet the needs of its members Tue, 26 Mar 2024 15:26:57 GMT /ems-products/fitness-mental-health-wellness/articles/provider-resiliency-not-just-a-head-game-qzLaCCy2Nked7Xbg/ /wellness-week/articles/how-raa-launched-a-peer-support-program-XGSB1dgbBEM3FCyT/ Resiliency training and a CISM program laid a foundation for the Richmond Ambulance Authority to support its providers’ mental health Tue, 26 Mar 2024 15:24:21 GMT /wellness-week/articles/how-raa-launched-a-peer-support-program-XGSB1dgbBEM3FCyT/ /ems-products/fitness-mental-health-wellness/ruminator-to-terminator-changing-patterns-of-negative-thinking The more we can recognize and understand how our thoughts work, the better equipped we will be to break the habit Fri, 02 Feb 2024 16:24:33 GMT /ems-products/fitness-mental-health-wellness/ruminator-to-terminator-changing-patterns-of-negative-thinking /ems-trend-report/poll-call-are-you-cultivating-meaningful-relationships-with-your-colleagues The depth of workplace relationships has a bigger impact on mental health than many providers realize Fri, 19 Jan 2024 13:53:53 GMT /ems-trend-report/poll-call-are-you-cultivating-meaningful-relationships-with-your-colleagues /unforgettable-calls/calling-in-the-helicopter-during-an-800-mile-bike-trip “I started fishing in my handlebar bag for my Garmin InReach as I rolled up on a younger man attempting inadequate CPR on an older man” Wed, 17 Jan 2024 21:10:40 GMT /unforgettable-calls/calling-in-the-helicopter-during-an-800-mile-bike-trip /health-wellness/please-dont-turn-me-away-ben-vernon-on-seeking-help-post-stabbing Part 2 — San Diego Fire-Rescue Captain Ben Vernon shares his journey from darkness to feeling “lighter, better” after therapy and EMDR Wed, 13 Dec 2023 14:36:49 GMT /health-wellness/please-dont-turn-me-away-ben-vernon-on-seeking-help-post-stabbing /mental-health/ask-laurie-how-can-i-become-more-resilient-at-work Don’t run when things get tough; follow these 3 tips instead Thu, 11 Apr 2024 17:18:02 GMT /mental-health/ask-laurie-how-can-i-become-more-resilient-at-work /ems-week/articles/celebrating-ems-week-2023-day-1-health-wellness-and-resilience-8IAoNFL6IgIczI7U/ While you might be able to accurately diagnose every patient you treat, you must also prioritize your own physical and mental health Sun, 19 May 2024 15:16:36 GMT /ems-week/articles/celebrating-ems-week-2023-day-1-health-wellness-and-resilience-8IAoNFL6IgIczI7U/ /mental-health/always-look-at-the-baby The importance of bearing witness to the tragedy we encounter in daily life, and the gifts that these difficult situations sometimes bring Thu, 25 Apr 2024 22:41:56 GMT /mental-health/always-look-at-the-baby /off-duty/6-ways-to-protect-your-relationships-as-a-first-responder A career in public safety or emergency response can take a toll on your loved ones; here’s what you need to know Fri, 07 Feb 2025 16:20:14 GMT /off-duty/6-ways-to-protect-your-relationships-as-a-first-responder /mental-health/articles/5-things-ems-providers-should-know-about-seeking-mental-health-treatment-XzhkjWAz0gEBOFQZ/ Consider the benefits of seeing a mental health professional to help manage EMS acute and chronic stress to improve on and off the job health and wellness Thu, 08 Dec 2016 14:24:54 GMT /mental-health/articles/5-things-ems-providers-should-know-about-seeking-mental-health-treatment-XzhkjWAz0gEBOFQZ/