PTSD

Emotional trauma can catch up to correctional officers, which can lead to problems at home and other self-destructive behaviors

'Feeling trapped' can increase the odds of a person having suicidal thoughts – here are some strategies to break out of that thinking

Hypervigilance may help save lives when an actual threat materializes, but it wears us down if it becomes a chronic state of being

Silence and judgment can wreak havoc on an officer's mental wellness

When there is peer and organizational pressure to cover up personal distress and emotional turmoil, correctional officer wellness suffers

Net proceeds from the stamp will go toward treating veterans, first responders with post-traumatic stress disorder

Public safety professionals of all ranks and positions can learn to convey messages of hope and resiliency

Excessive alcohol use can alter your ability to function at work and at home, which can be dangerous for you and your teammates

Correctional officer mortality studies have shown that for every officer killed in the line of duty, 10 will take their own lives

If suicide prevention is to be accepted as a part of our culture, it has to start at the beginning of an officer's career

The job can take a serious toll on your mental health - here's how to take care of yourself

It’s one thing for a first responder to divulge the toughest moments of their lives with a loved one – it’s quite another to share that story with the world

First Responder Support Network offer educational treatment programs aimed at recovery from the stress of critical incidents