Tag: anxiety
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Stronger Together: How Weekly Peer Support Builds Resilience Before the Storm
In recent years, there has been a notable increase in weekly peer support meetings sponsored by regional peer support teams. These gatherings have become essential for building resilience among first responders, healthcare workers, and others in high-stress professions. Regular attendance in these meetings not only prepares individuals for potential critical incidents but also provides a…
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Staying Sharp in the Chaos: Overcoming Executive Dysfunction in First Responders
Executive dysfunction is a term used to describe difficulties in the cognitive processes that allow us to plan, make decisions, organize, initiate tasks, and regulate emotions. For first responders, these processes are crucial—after all, they make life-or-death decisions under pressure, prioritize rapidly shifting tasks, and must maintain focus in high-stress situations. However, when these executive functions…
South Carolina - Responder Support Initiative 