Blogs
Five Reasons Fire Fighters Should Practice Gratitude
Whether you’re bracing for a busy week at the firehouse or putting out your own fires at a chaotic family gathering, gratitude may be the
Beyond PTSD: What’s Really Taking Lives
While awareness of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) continues to increase, clinical depression in the fire service is less recognized, understood and discussed. Major Depressive Disorder
What to Expect After Treatment: 8 Strategies for Success
For many who pursue residential behavioral health treatment, the toughest part of the recovery journey begins once you leave the facility. Upon returning home, you
Preparing to Return Home
Since the 2017 opening of the IAFF of Excellence for Behavioral Health Treatment and Recovery, more than 1,000 IAFF members have sought treatment to restore
Coping With Trauma and Loss: The Role of Peer Support
Unfortunately, encountering loss is part of the job for a fire fighter. Whether it’s the loss of a child, a stranger or a crew member,
Coming to Terms With Cumulative Trauma
In recent years, awareness of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) has increased dramatically within the fire service. Unfortunately, understanding the effects of repeated exposure to trauma