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Fire departments step up their mental health game

(2 days ago) WEBMike Feyh spent years in uniform fighting in Iraq, but he faced his biggest mental health challenge in 2010 after he returned home to California and went to work as a firefighter. “I had a little incident when I got blown up in an explosion, and I had PTSD,” he said. Feyh, a fire captain who now serves on the two-man behavioral health unit

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

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Fostering Firefighter Resilience: Prioritizing Mental Health …

(9 days ago) WEBBy prioritizing mental health and resilience within our fire departments, we not only support the well-being of our firefighters but also enhance overall performance and safety on the job.

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/fostering-firefighter-resilience-prioritizing-mental-g5k3e

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Why Mental Health Resources Are Critical for Firefighters

(Just Now) WEBAs a result, many firefighters have suppressed their feelings, with devastating consequences to their mental health. Research indicates that a large number have experienced mental health issues such as PTSD, anxiety, depression and suicidal thoughts. For example, one study of 7,000 firefighters found that 65% of the …

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

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The Impact of Mental Health Stigma in the Fire Service

(8 days ago) WEBEdward, a new volunteer, stated mental health in the fire service was covered “maybe an hour tops out of a 167-hour firefighter 1 class.” All participants cited the lack of adequate discussion.

https://www.fireengineering.com/leadership/the-impact-of-mental-health-stigma-in-the-fire-service/

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Mental health in the fire and rescue service Fire Brigades …

(4 days ago) WEBRecent research by Mind Blue Light programme shows poor mental health is now prevalent in high-risk jobs, such as the Fire and Rescue Service. With resources being squeezed by austerity exposing Members to unacceptable conditions and increased workloads due to less staff, issues are compounded.

https://www.fbu.org.uk/policies/2019/mental-health-fire-and-rescue-service

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As Fires Worsen, A Mental Health Crisis For Those Battling …

(3 days ago) WEBDemand is growing for post-traumatic retreats for firefighters and first responders as awareness of mental health issues grows and fires worsen. Newberry guesses at least 40 people from his unit

https://www.npr.org/2021/02/26/968391523/as-fires-worsen-a-mental-health-crisis-for-those-battling-them

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Firefighters, Mental Health, and COVID-19 Psychology …

(5 days ago) WEBAfter all, firefighters displayed amazing flexibility, coping, dedication, and ability to adjust, while admitting trauma from isolation, disconnection, and the threat of harming their families via

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/disaster-by-choice/202312/firefighters-mental-health-and-covid-19

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As Fires Worsen, a Mental Health Crisis for Those Battling …

(7 days ago) WEBThe concern is that worsening fire seasons will only amplify the problem. Mike Ming, the head of Cal Fire's Employee Support Services, which focuses on the mental and physical health of the state's roughly 8,000 firefighters, said the last three to five years — some of the worst fire seasons in state history — have been particularly bad.

https://www.kqed.org/news/11862264/as-fires-worsen-a-mental-health-crisis-for-those-battling-them

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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 been raised regarding the mental health of firefighters. In response to this, existing literature reviews have highlighted the significant role of trauma in influencing mental health and

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

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Can You Be a Firefighter with Mental Illness? (Anxiety/Depression)

(5 days ago) WEBNFPA 1582 states that anxiety disorders are in Category B. This means you can be a firefighter with anxiety, after you have evaluated by a qualified mental health professional, as long as you meet the following criteria: You are compliant with any indicated treatment. There are no disqualifying side effects from the treatment.

https://firefighterinsider.com/can-you-be-a-firefighter-with-mental-illness-anxiety-depression/

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Mental health - The Fire Fighters Charity

(8 days ago) WEBWe understand that working in the fire services community brings with it its own unique challenges. We know how your work can affect you and impact your home life and vice versa, all of which can affect your mental wellbeing. That's why we are here to support you with whatever psychological challenges you are facing, so if something is on your

https://www.firefighterscharity.org.uk/how-we-can-help/mental-health

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Fire fighters' battle with PTSD: "Every day is an anxious day"

(5 days ago) WEBSome fire brigades are better at giving mental health support than others, according to the union, with some still taking a punitive approach to mental health-related absence.

https://www.theguardian.com/public-leaders-network/2017/aug/23/mental-health-fire-service-government-cuts-grenfell-firefighters-charity

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Fire brigade’s sickness levels above national norm - BBC

(6 days ago) WEBMental health. Between 1 April and 30 September 2023, Cleveland Fire Brigade's sickness rate was 31% higher than the national average. Over the same period, the cost of absences was £932,000

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cj7g3g978eko

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London Fire Brigade sees rise in mental health sick days

(3 days ago) WEBMental health-related sick days have risen sharply among the London Fire Brigade (LFB). Staff taking days off due to stress, anxiety and depression rose by more than 20% in the last year, and by

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-65098482

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Mental health support for firefighters - House of Commons Library

(Just Now) WEBThe Fire brigade Union (FBU) have advocated for all fire authorities to have specific mental health policies. Support is available to firefighters from various charities and professional bodies including the Firefighters charity and Mind. NHS England announced on 9 October 2018 that up to £50 million will be made available over five years to

https://commonslibrary.parliament.uk/research-briefings/cdp-2018-0277/

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As Fires Worsen, A Mental Health Crisis For Those Battling Them

(3 days ago) WEBWildfires are burning more frequently and intensely in a warming world, making them harder to put out. Some fire agencies are expanding support as they see increased cases of anxiety and depression.

https://health.wusf.usf.edu/npr-health/npr-health/2021-02-26/as-fires-worsen-a-mental-health-crisis-for-those-battling-them

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How London Fire Brigade Grew its Counselling Service After …

(5 days ago) WEBWords: Dr Anne Scoging, Head of Psychological Services, London Fire Brigade. In the three years since the Grenfell Tower fire, everyone at London Fire Brigade has come to understand our need as an organisation for high-quality, readily-accessible mental health support. Some 20 percent of brigade personnel that attended the fire …

https://www.acetech.com/news-and-events/fire-brigade-counselling/

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Firefighter’s ‘Walk and Talk’ success story - London Fire Brigade

(5 days ago) WEBDean and everyone else involved are a real credit and doing a fantastic job of improving the mental health of men in the emergency services and armed forces.” The group was set up by Dean and London Fire Brigade colleagues Sally Brookes, Annabel Green, and Rebecca Dingvean. Mark Smith leads the weekly walk alongside Dean.

https://www.london-fire.gov.uk/news/2022-news/may/firefighter-s-walk-and-talk-success-story-to-improve-men-s-mental-health-and-combat-loneliness/

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Staff wellbeing in Fire Rescue Victoria Victorian Auditor-General's

(1 days ago) WEBThe Metropolitan Fire Brigade’s (MFB) 2016 review of employee support programs, including mental health strategies, revealed negative findings about its workplace culture, mental health stigma and leadership. It also found that its employee support program was well‐regarded, but under‐resourced and not meeting the emerging health risks.

https://www.audit.vic.gov.au/report/staff-wellbeing-fire-rescue-victoria?section=

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How the Brussels Fire Brigade is promoting mental health at work

(7 days ago) WEBIn recent years the Brussels Fire Brigade has put in place different initiatives to improve mental health and ensure the wellbeing of the staff. For example, a group of trusted people internally allows professionals to individually or in …

https://eena.org/blog/how-the-brussels-fire-brigade-is-promoting-mental-health-at-work/

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