Mental Health

States expand PTSD support programs for first responders

Several states are expanding PTSD treatment and wellness programs for first responders, while new legislation aims to improve mental health support. ... more »

Performance under pressure: Physiological training for modern police

Police training increasingly includes physiological self-regulation alongside tactical skills, and modern tactical programs emphasize breathing, awareness and performance under stress. ... more »

The coach’s role in building grit for tactical performance

Mental toughness combines physical preparation with cognitive training for improved performance. Discover practical methods and compare resilience with grit. ... more »

Peer support transforms mental preparedness for firefighters, EMTs

Firefighters and EMTs face long-term mental challenges beyond emergency response. Explore how peer support and behavioral health strengthen resilience and improve preparedness. ... more »

Ohio launches program to support first responders’ mental health

The Ohio Department of Public Safety (DPS) Division of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) has launched a safe haven program for EMTs and firefighters seeking support for burnout, mental health concerns... more »

Traumatic brain injuries and suicidal thoughts

Col. James Wright, MD (USAF, ret), testified before the Senate Alabama Field Hearing on Hyperbaric Oxygenation for TBI and PTSD (HBOT). In his testimony, he referenced a recent clinical study on Trau... more »

Cultivating brain processing skills in law enforcement

In law enforcement, decisions are often made in fractions of a second, under extreme stress, with incomplete information, and in dynamic environments. That’s why developing cognitive resilience and... more »

From crisis to culture shift

In the aftermath of a devastating ambush on April 29, 2024, where four law enforcement officers were killed while serving felony warrants, the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department (CMPD) faced a p... more »