Critical Incident Stress Management: a mental health and wellness discussion with Dr. Patty O’Brien
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BLM Fire National Critical Incident Stress Program Manager Dr. Patty O’Brien explains critical incident stress management, how firefighters can cope with traumatic events and depression, and how we break through the stigma of talking about mental health. Prior to becoming a doctor, Dr. Patty worked for several years as a Forest Service hotshot. At that time, she realized the need for fire personnel support services and became interested in firefighter mental health. We talk about the many resources available from peers, friends, family members, and employee assistance to dialing the new crisis hotline “988” on your phone - connecting the right tools to the individual to stay physically and mentally fit.
Information
- Show
- Channel
- FrequencyUpdated Biweekly
- PublishedSeptember 28, 2022 at 10:22 AM UTC
- Length50 min
- Season1
- Episode10
- RatingClean