By Yael Schuman
First responders are at high risk of suffering post-traumatic stress, but many are not taught the skills to handle it until after they experience a traumatic event. Find out how pre-trauma training can better equip responders to cope with the distressing scenes that they will inevitably encounter.
By Kelly Long
Officers face the worst that society has to offer and this reality often batters their mental health, yet the stigma attached to mental health issues prevents many from getting help. Learn what needs to be done to bring about much-needed change.
By Linda Ouellette
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), an evidence-based psychotherapy, helps patients overcome trauma by using visual stimulation to activate the brain’s innate healing tendency. Find out more about the science behind the treatment and what is involved.
By Leslie D. McManus
As society becomes more aware of the dangers of over-prescribing opioids, it’s time to start looking for pain-management alternatives to help keep student-athletes in the competition without putting them at risk for addiction.
By Dr. Michael Genovese
When traditional treatments like talk therapy and medication have been ineffective at relieving symptoms of depression, it may be worth trying Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) therapy. Find out what is involved in the pain-free, FDA-approved treatment.
By Dr. Jennifer Sedillo
Noncancer pain, which is chronic pain that lasts for more than three months, is regularly treated with opioids. In the midst of high opioid addiction rates, however, other pain management strategies are being prioritized.
By Dr. Aaron Wilson
It's normal to have concerns about starting antidepressants and other medications, like if they are necessary and have potential side effects. Here are answers to many of the most common questions first responders have about taking medications.
