Original research
It happened today. It will happen tomorrow. And the day after. Every day, somewhere in the world, a psychiatric patient assaults a healthcare provider in an unprovoked attack.
. This paper presents a two-factor integrative model of change developed by the author adapted from the work of 1) Schein as well as 2) the research of Albert Bandura.
Therapy dogs, which have historically visited healthcare facilities for the benefit of patients, may also be helpful to personnel, providing emotional, psychological, and physiological support.
The deleterious effects of stress impact health and well-being, lead to the exploration of ways to foster resilience. One way is to enhance partial stress immunity through relaxation techniques.
Research shows that many people suffering from a wide range of traumatic crises continue to regularly approach their clergy for pastoral care, notwithstanding other professionally trained counsellors.
The present study validated the construct of paramedic MI, provided empirical support for a relationship between leadership and paramedic follower well-being, and established a model for predicting paramedic STB.
CISM responders should never ignore or avoid self-care, especially after being called out to an event.
Air Traffic Controller health and well-being is paramount to the safety of flight.
Telecommunicators are the essential link between the public and first responders but have been often under-recognized for the roles they play and the toll it takes on their mental health.
The current study investigates the influence of media, news media and social media, on first responders (firefighters, emergency medical personnel, police officers, dispatchers) and their self-reported stress levels.