The Psychology of Suicide in the Fire Service
Regardless of the approach a fire department takes to address suicide, the little research we have is screaming at us to intervene now.
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Firefighters are aware of the statistics linking firefighter deaths to preventable diseases and illnesses caused by unhealthy lifestyles. One of the leading causes of firefighter deaths is heart attacks. “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Bringing answers to the modern firefighter’s burning health questions, we aim to help firefighters identify and put into practice better health choices to increase your chances at a healthier wellbeing with disease and illness free careers and retirements.
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Wellness Wednesday – Why Firefighters Get SAD and How You Can Beat It
For firefighters, the emotional impact of seasonal depression can compound an already high-stress career.
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Coaching as a Tool: How It Works and What It Does
When you need to navigate the road, you have GPS to keep you on track. And when you need to navigate life, there’s coaching.
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Understanding and Overcoming PTSD in First Responders
Healing from trauma takes time, but every small step toward recovery brings individuals closer to reclaiming their sense of self and well-being.
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Have You Had Your Check Up From The Neck Up?
Connect with a mental-health professional early in your fire-service career and before you are in a crisis.
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EMDR Trauma Therapy Could Restore Your Quality of Life
In EMDR therapy, clients self-evaluate changes in their emotions, cognition, and level of disturbance on a scale of 0-10.
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Mental Health Strategies Tackle the Toll on First Responders
The emotional weight of the career is a reality first responders face. Strategies can help manage the impact on their lives.
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When Should You Take a Knee?
It takes longer to recharge and heal when you resist taking time off to rest, recover, and reset.
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What Is Positive Psychology, and How Can It Help You as a Firefighter?
You can think of positive psychology as recruit school for the mind, where you learn the basic skills to practice your profession and avoid injury.
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Train Your Brain Like You Train Your Body: Consistently
Training your brain starts with knowing where you are. Know your emotions, tendencies, and options to move forward.
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