Mental Health in EMS providers - a podcast by Cypress Creek

In this podcast episode, we discuss why EMS in stressful times requires a focused response. EMS providers carry an additional burden during times of disaster (or pandemic) and are more likely to experience stress and burnout. What does that look like and how can we mitigate it? We talk about how to recognize that you are hitting a breaking point, what you can do, and what is beyond resilience: becoming antifragile.

Emergency Responder Crisis Text Line (text BADGE to 741741, trained crisis counselors who can help, available 24/7)

Disaster Response Assets Network (free Zoom meetings daily with other healthcare professionals and first responders)

Heroes Helpline - 833-367-4689 (identify treatment options, referrals to in-person therapy or social services)

Refuge PTSD Group "Converge" - Monday evenings 6-7pm (in-person in Conroe, TX)

Resources:

https://pca.st/nini28vt The Boiling Point of Stress - Stimulus (FOAM education)

https://medicmindset.com/2019/11/28/antifragile/ Antifragile - Medic Mindset

https://www.artofmanliness.com/articles/beyond-sissy-resilience-on-becoming-antifragile/ Blog post explaining the antifragile concept.

https://disasterassets.org/events/ Zoom meetings (Healthcare workers - free)

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