Standing up for workers who suffer psychological injuries

Standing up for workers who suffer psychological injuries

Winnipeg fire Capt. Scott Atchison, who received only minor physical injuries after fighting a house fire that claimed the lives of two colleagues, knows first-hand the need to treat psychological […]

Budget cuts betray Denver’s first responders

In one of the most troubling times in law enforcement when first responders are encountering the worst-of-the-worst criminal scenarios, facing horrible circumstances on multiple 911 calls every day, Denver’s public safety director is cutting mental health services for police officers.

Peer support a new way for first responders to help each other

MICHIGAN CITY — A relatively new concept in mental health initiatives is helping La Porte County’s first responders process the events they see regularly.

'In the midst of a quiet crisis': States move to strengthen first responder mental health resources

A wave of new bills throughout the country would establish peer networks, crisis hotlines and insurance coverage for trauma-related conditions like PTSD

Florida Takes an Important Step to Support First Responders - Dr. Rich Swier

The Florida state legislature recently took a small, but important step to support first responders in the Sunshine State. A nagging problem that has