First and Well

Elevating First Responder Mental Health Research and Its Effect on Communities

Elevating First Responder Mental Health Research and Its Effect on Communities Researchers with the CU Center for COMBAT Research say it’s increasingly important to learn more about the psychological impacts of the job and how to build effective resources.

Putting mental health care at the forefront for first responders

Putting mental health care at the forefront for first responders A study released this week by SUNY New Paltz found a majority of the 6,000 first responders asked experience stress, burnout, and anxiety.

Studies show alarming increase in PTSD among first responders

Studies show alarming increase in PTSD among first responders Studies show that the number of first responders dealing with PTSD has increased since the COVID-19 pandemic. We spoke with doctors to understand why and what can be done to address it.