Medical News Hour

Professional first responders are prepared, equipped and trained to handle various emergency situations, from car accidents to terrorist attacks and other major disasters. Today, however, this great responsibility can be particularly burdensome on one’s emotions. “As first responders, part of our job is to run towards a bad or challenging situation to help out, while everyone else runs away,” says Officer Dan Ennenbach, a Kirkwood police officer. “However, the psychological repercussions of what we may experience in those situations can be overwhelming and, in some cases, even life-changing…

View post:

Understanding The Emotional Distress Facing First Responders

Related posts:

1. New Study Confirms – Sight Loss Is An Emotional Trauma But Support Is Seriously Neglected
2. Love Hurts: Why Emotional Pain Really Affects Us
3. HHS Releases Update Of "Understanding Breast Changes: A Health Guide For Women"
4. At Five-Year Milestone, InHealth Assesses Progress Toward Understanding The Impact Of Medical Devices And Diagnostics
5. U.S. Army And ASHP Team Up For Patient Safety Program