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Firefighter Emotional Wellness

Author : Jada Hudson
Publisher : Fire Engineering Books
ISBN 13 : 1593705727
Total Pages : 280 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (937 download)

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Download or read book Firefighter Emotional Wellness written by Jada Hudson and published by Fire Engineering Books. This book was released on 2022-03-15 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Firefighter Emotional Wellness: Reconnecting with Yourself and Others is a training exercise for your heart and mind. It’s an excellent, evidence-based self-help book with boots on the ground sharing interviews with firefighters and how they adapt. “You are looking at a critical part of your success as a first responder and human being, and it doesn’t mean that you will have perfect understanding right away – or ever, but what it means is you will begin to find tools that help you grapple with what you have seen.” – Jada Hudson What others are saying “By sharing personal stories of her clients’ emotional wellness struggles, Jada Hudson takes away the stigma of talking about things like depression, anxiety, addiction, suicidal ideation,” said Dr. Thomas E. Joiner, an academic psychologist, author and professor of psychology, Florida State University. “Firefighter Emotional Wellness: Reconnecting with Yourself and Others is a must-read for every academy recruit, newlywed, leader, retiree, spouse, and individual who wants to become or remain emotionally well.” “Jada Hudson’s years of critically important work with counseling first responders has come full circle in this book. Her insight, guidance and examination of the issues facing the men and women on the front lines is both remarkable and humbling. This book should be a must read for any first responder or medical professional.” - Dr. Robert Langman, Northwestern Medicine, Chicago “I highly recommend this book for first responders, peer support programs, chaplains and clinicians,” said Dr. Joel Fay, who teaches intervention, case law, PTSD, Suicide by Cop and Self Care for Sacramento PD CIT. “Jada Hudson brings a considerable wealth of information regarding the mental health and treatment of first responders. She covers a broad range of topics including PTSD, suicide, stress and trauma, resiliency, and treatment. She shares her professional knowledge and writes from her personal experience and the book is richer for it.” “Jada Hudson draws upon her personal and professional experience as well as research and theory in writing Firefighter Emotional Wellness, a book that is timely and important,” says Dr. Stanley McCracken, author, and lecturer (ret.), The University of Chicago. “Just as first responders drill to prepare them for the physical demands of their jobs, reading this book should be considered a preparation for the emotional demands they will face.”

The Unbroken

Author : Steve Serbic
Publisher : FriesenPress
ISBN 13 : 1525598880
Total Pages : 186 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (255 download)

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Download or read book The Unbroken written by Steve Serbic and published by FriesenPress. This book was released on 2021-04-07 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When a series of traumatic calls on the job as a firefighter leaves Steve shaken and unable to recover, he, reluctantly at first, seeks out clinical counselling. His one rule, “I won’t talk about my childhood,” closes the door on several therapists, until he meets one who is willing to respect his wishes—providing he explores his childhood on his own. When Steve begins to reflect on his past, he also begins to write it all down. The good, and the terrible. Those written words are here. Growing up in a fractured family rocked by addiction and trauma, Steve had to learn how to understand life, and death, on his own. As a self-described “street rat” on Boundary Road in East Vancouver, Steve caused trouble when it wasn’t already following him around. Struggling in school, at home, and in countless fights, he navigated his way through adolescence with the help of his father, and pursued his dream of becoming a firefighter. While realizing that dream, he is forced to confront the demons of his past and the reality of post-traumatic stress injury. Through clinical counselling he is able to release his past and find the power of self-acceptance and vulnerability. The Unbroken is the memoir of one firefighter, his family, trauma, and resilience. Most importantly it is a story that teaches all of us, no matter our situation, that life is school, and the subject is ourself, our life habits, thoughts, and our reactions to them. And that sometimes it is okay to not be okay.

Resilience Training for Firefighters

Author : Karen F. Deppa
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3319387790
Total Pages : 85 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (193 download)

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Download or read book Resilience Training for Firefighters written by Karen F. Deppa and published by Springer. This book was released on 2016-06-04 with total page 85 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Developing resilience skills has the potential to shield firefighters and other emergency responders from the negative effects of stressful incidents and situations. Drawing on cutting-edge research, this SpringerBrief proposes strategies to prevent firefighter behavioral health issues using the proactive approach of resilience training. Further, resilience training aims to develop mental toughness and support overall well-being in all facets of the responder’s life. This book emphasizes lessons and research from Positive Psychology. A new branch in the science of how the mind operates, Positive Psychology focuses on developing emotional wellness and preventing behavioral health problems. It does so in part by teaching habits and skills that promote self-efficacy, social support, and realistic optimistic thinking. The program outlined in this book supplements current approaches addressing emotional and behavioral health problems that afflict the emergency response community. Such problems include PTSD, anxiety, burnout, alcoholism, depression, and suicide. The authors present interventions and measures for resilience training backed by research and demonstrated results within education, the military, and other communities. Drawing on her more than 25 years’ experience in working with fire service representatives at all levels, Ms. Deppa understands the importance of considering the fire service culture. Dr. Saltzberg, a practicing psychologist, has taught resilience skills to a wide range of populations, including students, teachers, counselors, and U.S. Army officers. Together, they present a compelling approach to preventing behavioral health problems before they occur.

Bulletproof Spirit, Revised Edition

Author : Dan Willis
Publisher : New World Library
ISBN 13 : 1608686310
Total Pages : 290 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (86 download)

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Download or read book Bulletproof Spirit, Revised Edition written by Dan Willis and published by New World Library. This book was released on 2019-08-27 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Suicide, depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), substance abuse, and many more emotional and stress-related problems plague the first-responder community. Hundreds of thousands of these brave public servants have unwittingly become victims of the professions they once loved. However, the suffering that results from a professional life of sacrifice and service can be prevented and mitigated. As a thirty-year law-enforcement veteran, retired police captain, and police academy instructor, Dan Willis has witnessed the damage of emotional trauma and has made it his personal mission to safeguard and enhance the wellness and wholeness of police officers, firefighters, EMTs, emergency-room personnel, and soldiers. Bulletproof Spirit offers field-tested expertise designed to be used by all first responders — and their families — to heal themselves and continue serving with compassion and strength.

Living Through the Darkness

Author : Melissa Parker
Publisher : Bookbaby
ISBN 13 : 9780578584478
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (844 download)

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Download or read book Living Through the Darkness written by Melissa Parker and published by Bookbaby. This book was released on 2019-11-09 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book covers one firefighters journey through PTSD, anxiety, and depression. Melissa found her own personal growth after completing an intensive inpatient mental health program, and aims to be an advocate for first responders and their mental health.

Mental Health Mayday

Author : Gregg Bagdade
Publisher : Msi Press
ISBN 13 : 9781957354392
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (543 download)

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Download or read book Mental Health Mayday written by Gregg Bagdade and published by Msi Press. This book was released on 2022-01-10 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From their swearing-in all to the way until retirement, even the most hardened firefighters can be affected by mental health concerns. A fascinating look behind the scenes of the career of a firefighter, this book explores the why and explains the how to better prepare these individuals for a healthy and productive career and life, based on the author's personal experience as a counselor, who also has 27 years as a firefighter and paramedic. Firefighters can learn how to acknowledge their mental health issues, such as PTSD, addiction, or anger issues while developing strategies to address these concerns with techniques and solutions throughout their career. This powerful book is part memoir and part call to action. Through the tales of his own journey from recruitment through his pending plans for retirement, Bagdade reveals the humanity behind the heroic archetype of the American firefighter. In doing this, he takes the reader on a journey, starting from his chaotic upbringing, negotiating the basics of what it takes to be a Chicago Firefighter, and ultimately retiring well with the ability to keep mentally strong and capable. Mental Health Mayday creates a tapestry of interwoven allegories, personal experience, and a wealth of valuable knowledge that exposes the reader to the soft underbelly of the fire service. Firefighters and non- firefighters alike will be interested to see how the traumatic events experienced by fire service personnel affect their mental health and will find solace in knowing best practices for managing these situations. This book also acts as a stand alone book on mental health, simply framed into the world of the fire service. ENDORSED BY ILLINOIS FIRE FIGHTER PEER SUPPORT

The United States Fire Administration's Stress Management Model Program for Firefighter Well-Being

Author :
Publisher : FEMA
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 181 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book The United States Fire Administration's Stress Management Model Program for Firefighter Well-Being written by and published by FEMA. This book was released on with total page 181 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Developing Firefighter Resiliency

Author : Bob Carpenter
Publisher : Fire Engineering Books
ISBN 13 : 1593704208
Total Pages : 144 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (937 download)

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Download or read book Developing Firefighter Resiliency written by Bob Carpenter and published by Fire Engineering Books. This book was released on 2019-01-02 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Three Key Messages: -- This is important. -- You can do it. -- I won't give up on you. Training ordinary people to do extraordinary things requires an understanding of how we learn. Developing Firefighter Resiliency starts with the basic psychophysical aspects of learning. The fire service has unwittingly used a failure-based training model for many years. Hands-on training exercises are often based on unachievable objectives. Trainers are often not educated about the psychology of adult learning or the effect of stress during learning. Consequently, participants face learning activities with mastery-level skill requirement to succeed when competency has yet to be established. This amounts to a never-ending diet of tests without actual skill development. Accessing knowledge under extreme circumstances cannot be left to chance, because the penalty for failure is severe. This book provides the roadmap for a journey to train, establish relevancy for the lessons, develop competency in the skills, and capitalize on confidence to achieve mastery. We study the impact of a stressful environment on the ability to learn and function.

Health Risks and Fair Compensation in the Fire Service

Author : Tee L. Guidotti
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3319230697
Total Pages : 302 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (192 download)

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Download or read book Health Risks and Fair Compensation in the Fire Service written by Tee L. Guidotti and published by Springer. This book was released on 2015-10-27 with total page 302 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is an overview of the hazards of firefighting, the health risks of exposure to combustion products that characterize firefighting, the science behind interpreting these risks for purposes of identifying diseases as work-related, and the legal and policy implications of adopting legislated “presumption” for purposes of compensation. The emphasis of the book will be on the risk of cancer, cardiovascular disease, traumatic hazards, and disabling psychosocial adjustment following major incidents. Several new studies have appeared recently, including the largest study of firefighters ever done, by the National Institute of Occupational Health and Safety (NIOSH). They evidence supports the conclusion that firefighters face significant occupational health risks in addition to the obviously severe safety hazards.

Applying Occupational Psychology to the Fire Service

Author : Thomas Rhys Evans
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3030145883
Total Pages : 321 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (31 download)

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Download or read book Applying Occupational Psychology to the Fire Service written by Thomas Rhys Evans and published by Springer. This book was released on 2019-05-18 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Applying Occupational Psychology in the Fire Service: Emotion, Risk and Decision-Making provides readers with an overview of the latest research informing the policies, procedures and practices of those working on the ground in the UK Fire Service. Using best-practice principles and cutting-edge theory, the current text demonstrates how occupational psychology can be applied to fire services around the globe to improve individual, management, and organisational decisions. The authors aim to provide students, trainees, practitioners and fire personnel with a unique insight into a range of topics, including resilience, injury, work related wellbeing, community engagement as well as decision making and operational preparedness. This book represents a call to arms for more robust practices to support the Fire Service, highlighting the psychological factors involved in the firefighter occupation and paving the way towards a better understanding of emotion, risk, safety, and decision-making within the fire context.

Beyond the Turnouts

Author : John Hofman, Jr.
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN 13 : 9781478178965
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (789 download)

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Download or read book Beyond the Turnouts written by John Hofman, Jr. and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2012-10-12 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Firefighting places a high amount of mental and physical stress on firefighters. Because these demands are so high, many fire recruit entering into a fire academy are often selected for their above-average physical fitness. Studies have shown that high levels of of cardiovascular training, resistance training, and flexibility will reduce the risks and allow firefighters to perform their skills in a safe and effective manner. This comprehensive manual is designed to cover all the risks associated with fire suppression. Everything from low back pain to nutrition to how to create a comprehensive health and wellness program is covered within this manual.

I Love a Fire Fighter

Author : Ellen Kirschman
Publisher : Guilford Publications
ISBN 13 : 1462546552
Total Pages : 354 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (625 download)

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Download or read book I Love a Fire Fighter written by Ellen Kirschman and published by Guilford Publications. This book was released on 2021-06-14 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How can fire fighter families cope with the emotional toll of loving a first responder? There are ceaseless worries--about the physical dangers of the profession, the cumulative stress, and the long hours spent away from home. In this compassionate and knowledgeable guide--now fully revised and updated--psychologist Ellen Kirschman shares sage advice and practical strategies for when times get tough. From dealing with occupational hazards like trauma, marital tension, and substance use problems, to the psychological effects of fighting wildland fires, Dr. Kirschman understands the unique challenges of life on the front lines. With candor and wisdom, she shows fire fighters and their loved ones how to navigate the highs and lows of “the best job in the world.”

Treating Ptsd in First Responders

Author : Dr Richard A Bryant
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781433835599
Total Pages : 176 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (355 download)

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Download or read book Treating Ptsd in First Responders written by Dr Richard A Bryant and published by . This book was released on 2021-06-22 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Police, firefighters, and paramedics are highly exposed to traumatic events and experience markedly higher rates of PTSD than others in the community, also facing distinct organizational challenges that complicate their stress reactions. Often, this results in needs not addressed in manuals developed for people who have survived single traumatic events. This book provides an overview of theoretical and empirical frameworks for understanding PTSD in first responders and outlines practical, evidence-based approaches to assess and treat PTSD in these populations.

Primary Prevention of Work-related Behavioral Health Issues in Firefighters

Author : Amy LaRue
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 168 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (129 download)

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Download or read book Primary Prevention of Work-related Behavioral Health Issues in Firefighters written by Amy LaRue and published by . This book was released on 2021 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Wellness Warrior Style

Author : Kim Colegrove
Publisher : Mango Media Inc.
ISBN 13 : 168481328X
Total Pages : 207 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (848 download)

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Download or read book Wellness Warrior Style written by Kim Colegrove and published by Mango Media Inc.. This book was released on 2024-02-13 with total page 207 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Warrior’s Roadmap to Healing Trauma “A book that will save lives and a book about those who save lives.”—Belles and Rebelles Work stress relief—even after retirement—for first responders, veterans, service members, or others. Hear from warriors who credit author Kim Colegrove’s first book for saving their lives, and discover proven techniques and peer support to conquer long term effects of stress and restore your well-being as a resilient warrior. Reclaim your resilience and restore well-being. Wellness Warrior Style focuses on the unique challenges faced by those on the frontlines and offers support for all of society’s warriors, protectors, guardians, and healers. Understand the long term effects of stress, PTS (Post-Traumatic Stress), and find work stress relief tailored for first responders. Healing trauma for first responders. Whether you're a police officer, firefighter, emergency medical responder, mental health crisis worker, service member, warfighter supporter, veteran, or anyone else in public safety and service, take off your armor and set aside your shield. Let’s tackle these issues together. Inside, find: • Personal stories from your peers, offering a sense of camaraderie • Peer-supported resources, including culturally-relevant curriculum created by fellow warriors on Kim’s online platform, Pause First Academy • Strategies to help you navigate chronic stress with resilience and strength • How to ask for help—and the importance of doing so If you have read Walk the Blue Line, The Myth of Normal, or Nothing's Wrong, you’ll love Wellness Warrior Style.

Mindfulness For Warriors

Author : Kim Colegrove
Publisher : Mango Media Inc.
ISBN 13 : 1642501751
Total Pages : 200 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (425 download)

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Download or read book Mindfulness For Warriors written by Kim Colegrove and published by Mango Media Inc.. This book was released on 2020-03-17 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: #1 New Release in Military Families ─ Coping with the Stress of First Responder Life A traumatic way of life: First responders have the incredibly difficult job of running toward danger while the rest of us run away. No training can prepare them for what they will see and endure. Kim Colegrove understands what it’s like to watch someone go through that. After 30 years in law enforcement, her husband took his own life. This agonizing experience opened Kim’s eyes to the desperate need for an effective form of stress-relief and support for first responders. The power of meditation: No matter our profession, taking care of our mental health needs to be a priority. For first responders like cops and EMTs, ensuring that their heads are in a healthy place is crucial because each day can bring them face-to-face with another trauma. With 40 years of experience, Kim Colegrove is here to share with readers that there is a viable and practical resource for first responders found in meditation. A source of hope: In 2017, Kim founded The PauseFirst Project, Mindfulness for First Responders. Kim offers the PauseFirst block of training to organizations across the country. She teaches techniques that help reduce stress, regulate emotion, and improve overall health and well-being. Colegrove’s work to bring awareness is a tribute to both her husband and the countless other first responders who struggle with the realities of their jobs. Readers of Kim Colegrove’s Mindfulness for Warriors will find… • Evidence-based practices to help first responders and their families deal with stress • Interviews with first responders who share their stories of overcoming, surviving, and thriving • Colegrove’s own raw and intimate story of her husband’s troubles and how she continues each day fighting in his memory Readers who have looked for encouragement messages and aid in books like Bulletproof Spirit, Bullets in the Washing Machine, and I Love a Cop (Third Edition) will find a further source of healing in Mindfulness for Warriors.

Operational Intelligence for Health, Wellness, and Leadership

Author : Gamaliel Baer
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781593705886
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (58 download)

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Download or read book Operational Intelligence for Health, Wellness, and Leadership written by Gamaliel Baer and published by . This book was released on 2024 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Operational Intelligence for Health, Wellness, and Leadership (OIHWL) addresses human behavior and the impact of lifestyle on the Big Three health outcomes of heart attack, cancer, and suicide. It weaves together the concepts of resilience, physical wellness, nutritional wellness, mental wellness, and leadership. OIHWL's model for behavior change is built using Aristotle's philosophy of responsibility. OIHWL is designed to show the application of the behavioral change model throughout the book. The result is a logically consistent and easy-to-follow framework that any firefighter can apply to their life and that any fire department can adopt and implement as education for its members. This remains the case even if some, or all, of the hundreds of citations eventually age out, because the model is true. The final chapter presents an objective (and thus assessable) definition of leadership. It aims to displace the decades of leadership theory that is subjective in nature and often indistinguishable from management theory. Just as NFPA outlines categorically that certain fire apparatus are aerials and not engines, there is a way to distinguish, categorically, between leadership and management. OIHWL is the comprehensive guide for learning how to optimize behavior that is within your control"--