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Best Practices in Behavioral Wellness for Emergency …

(5 days ago) WEBfire service is like another family to many of us – we need to take care of one another when needed. We depend on each other. If you are experiencing declining mental health, please take the brave step of asking for help. There are many positive stories of …

https://www.iafc.org/docs/default-source/1vcos/20211103-iafc-yellow-ribbon-report.pdf

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Firefighter Mental Health and Well-being - U.S. Fire …

(4 days ago) WEBIssue. An increasing number of firefighters die by suicide, experiencing mental health issues such as post-traumatic stress, contracted from exposures they suffered while …

https://www.usfa.fema.gov/downloads/pdf/summit/2023-factsheets/mental-health-and-wellbeing.pdf

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Mental Health Care in the Fire Service: It's Acceptable, But …

(Just Now) WEBYes, mental health was an acceptable topic, at least on paper. But it wasn’t accessible. Just like most people, firefighters’ “off” days are often filled with second jobs, childcare, or 24

https://www.fireengineering.com/health-safety/mental-health-care-fire-service-acceptable-accessible/

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Fire departments step up their mental health game

(2 days ago) WEBAnother 7,800 fire personnel have completed IAFF's online behavioral health training program. The emphasis on peer support speaks to the culture of the fire …

https://www.apa.org/members/content/firefighters-mental-health

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Transforming Behavioral Health in the Fire Service - IAFF

(7 days ago) WEBThe IAFF Peer Support Training program is a two-day interactive course taught by experienced peers from the fire service and behavioral health clinicians. Brandon Dreiman, an IAFF peer support …

https://www.iaff.org/news/transforming-behavioral-health-in-the-fire-service/

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Behavioral Health - IAFF

(9 days ago) WEBThis is a two-day, in-person training designed for mental health clinicians to build best practices when treating professional fire fighters. Live beta testing for this training was completed in fall 2022 with approximately 50 …

https://www.iaff.org/behavioral-health/

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Why Firefighters Are Facing A Growing Mental Health …

(2 days ago) WEBUnions and others are pushing federal agencies like the Forest Service to do more for firefighters' mental health. Researcher Christine Eriksen says, of course, …

https://www.npr.org/2021/02/16/968252579/why-firefighters-are-facing-a-growing-mental-health-challenge

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Why Mental Health Resources Are Critical for Firefighters

(Just Now) WEBIn this article, we explore why mental health is critical for firefighters and what resources can help departments raise awareness within their teams. 800-977 …

https://www.columbiasouthern.edu/blog/blog-articles/2019/august/firefighter-mental-health-resources/

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Providing Psychological Services to Firefighters Journal …

(Just Now) WEBMental health stigma in the fire service may drive concerns about reputation and embarrassment, presenting a significant barrier to mental health care, …

https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s42843-021-00041-6

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Firefighter Mental Health and Well-being - National Fallen …

(1 days ago) WEBThe National Fallen Firefighters Foundation relies on your donation to honor the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their communities and neighbors. …

https://www.firehero.org/firefighter-mental-health/

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Health outcomes of psychosocial stress within firefighters: A

(3 days ago) WEBResults. Twenty‐nine studies met the inclusion criteria. Upon analysis, we found that firefighters experienced a range of psychosocial stressors (including …

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8006668/

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Behavioral Health in the Fire Service - National Volunteer Fire …

(1 days ago) WEB1. Understand the concepts of behavioral health, mental health, and mental illness 2. Understand the major behavioral health concerns for firefighters, EMS personnel, and …

https://www.nvfc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Behavioral_Health_Presentation-Participant-Manual.pdf

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Fire Service Mental Health: Culture and Resources Firehouse

(Just Now) WEBThe fire service is experiencing a mental health crisis. Too many firefighters are ignoring their mental health condition. Too many are seeking “therapy” …

https://www.firehouse.com/white-papers/article/21223921/eastern-oregon-university-firefighter-degrees-fire-service-mental-health-culture-and-resources

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How to develop a fire department behavioral health access program

(4 days ago) WEBGuidance for developing a fire department behavioral health access program. 2nd Alarm Project addresses how to operationalize culture change regarding …

https://www.firerescue1.com/mental-illness/articles/guidance-for-developing-a-fire-department-behavioral-health-access-program-NKQSfqtx6XFDPAP7/

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Health Concerns of the U.S. Fire Service: Perspectives From the

(3 days ago) WEBCONCLUSIONS. Thematic analysis of the focus group and interview data indicated that the leading health concerns among fire service personnel included cancer, heart disease …

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5830306/

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A systematic review of the factors that contribute towards mental

(9 days ago) WEBA systematic review of the factors that contribute towards mental health in the fire service - Author: Lydia Garmon-Jones, Paul Hanna, Mary John. Concerns have …

https://www.emerald.com/insight/content/doi/10.1108/IJES-02-2021-0005/full/html

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Fire Service Behavioral Health Management Guide

(1 days ago) WEBbehavioral health and physical health of the fire service are crucial to long-term advancements in providing support to firefighters. Institutionalizing insurance coverage …

https://sdsuicideprevention.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Fire-Services-Behavioral-Health-Management-Guide.pdf

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Mental Health Issues in the Fire Service SpringerLink

(1 days ago) WEBLack of Mental Health Care in Fire Departments. While law enforcement agencies have incorporated mental health services within their departments for …

https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-3-031-38149-2_2

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Mental Health in the Emergency Services - Mind

(3 days ago) WEB60.2% of fire service staff and volunteers who took part in our 2019 survey indicated that they had personal experience of mental health problems, compared to 53.4% in 2015. …

https://www.mind.org.uk/media-a/4848/2019-survey-fire-service-summary.pdf

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10 ways firefighters can support their own mental health

(7 days ago) WEBAs one mental health professional once said, “If you want to reduce stress in the fire service from emergency calls, run better calls.” 9. Be aware of self …

https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/mobile-data/articles/10-ways-firefighters-can-support-their-own-mental-health-2WGkxhz86m6Ju0PC/

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Mental Health in the Fire Service: Building Awareness and Resiliency

(7 days ago) WEBThe stigma of mental health services prevents some firefighters from seeking the help they need – it’s time to put pride aside and embrace an open dialogue. …

https://iffmag.com/mental-health-in-the-fire-service-building-awareness-and-resiliency/

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Tackling Mental Health Challenges in the Public Safety Sector

(7 days ago) WEBRecent federal legislation has called for a joint Behavioral Health and Wellbeing Program between the Department of Interior and the U.S. Forest Service for …

https://blogs.cdc.gov/niosh-science-blog/2024/05/09/mental-health-public-safety-sector/

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Promoting well-being and reducing stigma about mental health in …

(5 days ago) WEBPurpose - Workplace stress is a particular issue in the fire service. Research suggests this is related to excessive demands, relationships with senior managers, changing roles and …

https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2014-25063-005

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How Mental Health Stigma Impacts the Fire Service

(6 days ago) WEBAround the globe, mental health needs are being recognized and addressed. In the fire service specifically, great strides have been made regarding mental and …

https://www.iaffrecoverycenter.com/blog/how-mental-health-stigma-impacts-fire-service/

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Philly firefighters are revolutionizing mental health services and

(6 days ago) WEB"We developed this umbrella program," Michael Yeager, retired battalion chief said. Yeager is the peer coordinator for Local 2. He was instrumental in developing …

https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/news/philly-fire-news-may-is-mental-health-awareness-month/

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Firehouse Décor & Fire Fighter Mental Health Firehouse

(4 days ago) WEBFirehouse Décor & Mental Health. Greg Flynn is sure to provide aha moments for fire departments and staff by shedding light on evolved approach to …

https://www.firehouse.com/stations/article/55000341/firehouse-decor-fire-fighter-mental-health

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Firefighter mental health a priority, wildfire service says

(4 days ago) WEBGreer said the wildfire service is trying to be proactive about staff mental health; in spring 2023, the province launched an online training program for firefighters …

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/bc-wildfire-wildland-firefighter-mental-health-1.7189560

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Milwaukee Fire Chief discusses new mental health initiative for

(8 days ago) WEBThe Milwaukee Fire Department is working with Ignite the Spirit Milwaukee to help provide mental health services to all firefighters. Milwaukee Fire Chief Aaron …

https://www.wuwm.com/2024-05-08/milwaukee-fire-chief-discusses-new-mental-health-initiative-for-firefighters

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'It's personal': Englewood Fire Chief advocates for mental health …

(5 days ago) WEBENGLEWOOD, Fla. — Although May is Mental Health Awareness Month, Englewood Fire Chief Kevin Easton advocates for access to mental health services …

https://www.fox4now.com/north-port-englewood/its-personal-englewood-fire-chief-advocates-for-mental-health-services

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City of Missoula Fire Department adds therapy dog to its team

(5 days ago) WEBand last updated 7:44 AM, May 16, 2024. MISSOULA — First responders are constantly called to intense situations which can take a toll on a person's mental health. …

https://www.kpax.com/positivelymt/city-of-missoula-fire-department-adds-therapy-dog-to-its-team

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Who are the winners and losers in Victoria's 2024 state budget?

(9 days ago) WEBThis includes $63 million which will go towards the mental health and wellbeing of school staff. The state's fire services property levy is applied to all …

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-05-07/victorian-budget-2024-winners-and-losers/103784676

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Ingham County Jail highlights importance of providing mental …

(4 days ago) WEBAccording to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, 44% of the people in the nation’s jails and prisons are dealing with mental illness, twice that of the general …

https://www.wilx.com/2024/05/16/ingham-county-jail-highlights-importance-providing-mental-health-services-inmates/

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