Stress
A top-tier athlete breathwork coach shares exercises to reset your mindset on and off shift
Bryan Johnson’s biohacking protocol has gone viral – could this practice benefit your wellbeing?
It can be challenging for officers to set time aside to keep a healthy mind and body; here’s our top 24 wellness tips for you to concentrate on this year
Implement these steps to help ensure when your officers are asked how they are holding up after an OIS you’ll get an answer that’s better than “I’m okay.”
Heat therapy holds promise as an avenue for enhancing the overall health and resilience of police officers
Putting your body through heat-related stressors can help you adapt to the stress of working as a police officer
As a police officer, you need a personal support network to help you deal with trauma; your spouse and friends are a good place to start
By following actionable steps before, during and after a vacation, officers can embrace the therapeutic power of detachment
Constructive strategies are needed, including industry standards for physical and mental health and supervisor training to detect and respond to signs of distress
75% of respondents said the high-stress nature of the job was the major factor in staffing shortages
I’ve been reading about the physical and mental health benefits of cold-water therapy for quite some time, but I kept making excuses to take the freezing plunge
The goal of this DOJ-sponsored project is to build a community of practice utilizing hope science to build trust between law enforcement and the communities they serve
This centuries-old practice has gained significant attention and popularity in recent years due to its numerous physical and mental health benefits
A unique chaplaincy partnership reveals the similar storms police and EMS professionals weather
Understanding the physical impact on the brain can help destigmatize trauma-related injury and mitigate the impacts of trauma
I know the landmines are there, but awareness alone won’t prevent the darkness of depression from creeping in
A deeper dive into how police trainers can integrate human factor science into police training
The former police officer is set to participate in several Police Week events this weekend
“The impacts of post-traumatic stress are well documented and can have an immeasurable toll on emergency responders,” said Governor Maura Healey
Remember that it’s okay not to be okay but not to stay that way
It is imperative that officers process their emotions after exposure to these events to avoid long-term mental health issues
Frank Ray visited with cops, firefighters and dispatchers during his 35-city music tour and stopped at Capitol Hill to introduce FRAY
You will face traumatic incidents, so learn to build your resilience from day one, and accept help when you experience something above your ability to process
Stigma can prevent officers from seeking the support they need, leading to negative outcomes such as burnout, substance abuse and even suicide
First Responder Wellness Week was designed to provide resources, support and community to help public safety personnel better understand the mental and physical health risks that come with the job
Kathryn Avery uses a 40-acre ranch and rental vacation homes across the country to care for first responders and their families
Mindfulness techniques and takeaways from an eye movement desensitization and reprocessing training course
In 2022, the agency received the NLEOMF’s Destination Zero Officer Wellness Award – learn about the key elements of their program
With evidence-based strategies, you can reduce your stress and avoid burnout
Many first responders report experiencing the chronic feelings of guilt and shame that are central to moral injury
New bill would make a 2021 law permanent that offered early retirement with a reduced pension
Dr. Rachelle Zemlok defines mindfulness and offers simple steps to practice it every day
Guidance for knowing when everyday stressors become something bigger, something that requires professional help
