It’s Ok to Say I’m Not Ok
June 17 @ 13:30 - 15:30
FreePresented By: David Lewis, Instructor; NFA, MFRI, and UMD; Susan Hilton, Damascus VFD, Maryland
Room 201
As individuals, we carry the weight of everyday stresses around each day: work, family, financial status, having more time to enjoy life. Couple that with the mental stresses of emergency response: witness to life and property loss, sleep deprivation, poor nutrition, and we are equal to a ticking time bomb. Come learn how to identify the signs of stress and how to combat stress in order to maintain mental wellness.
After attending this presentation, you will:
* Understand the mental stresses of firefighting and EMS
* Learn how individuals react to stress
* Discuss actions needed to combat stress
* Identify resources for member support