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Changing the mental health conversation, one swing at a time
Next18, a Wisconsin-based nonprofit, offers retreats for military veterans and first responders that combine the game of golf with mental wellness education.Read More
- October 20, 2026
- 3 min
First Responder Wellness Division talks about the “Not One Mor” campaign
The Oklahoma Highway Patrol’s First Responder Wellness Division is working to support the mental health of law enforcement officers, firefighters, dispatchers and other emergency personnel.Read More
- September 23, 2026
- 3 min
Moral Injury in the Texas First Responder Workforce: Findings and Policy Recommendations
Moral injury affects nearly two-thirds of Texas first responders, yet remains undiagnosed and untreated. Targeted screening and evidence-based intervention can change that.Read More
- August 6, 2026
- 4 min
4 Considerations for Implementing Co-Responder Programs: Addressing Community Needs and First Responder Mental Health
Fire management and other public safety programs have been core local government services for residents since the early 20th century. As a long-time municipal service, fire departments are uniquely positioned to witness resident...Read More
- August 4, 2026
- 4 min
The Mental Health Field Has a Trust Problem With Police
Countless police officers need mental health care, but many distrust the field. Police officers face high rates of PTSD, depression, and suicide. Many officers distrust therapists and avoid seeking mental...Read More
- May 29, 2026
- 4 min
Burnout, balance and resilience: Hard-won lessons from women in policing
From pregnancy to menopause, female officers reveal the strategies that sustain long careers in a culture that rarely slows downRead More
- March 9, 2026
- 4 min read
From peer support to therapy dogs, Brevard first responders find new ways to heal
Brevard County explores new mental health support strategies for first responders, including firefighters, police and therapy dogs, to better address stress and trauma.Read More
- January 20, 2026
- 3 min read
Why most co-responder programs fail and how to build one that works
Why most co-responder programs fail and how to build one that works, expert insights on design flaws, leadership roles, data tracking and sustainable strategies for effective mental health crisis response.Read More
- January 18, 2026
- 3 min read
How mental health impacts first responders
The recent death by suicide of an off-duty Ohio State Highway Patrol trooper is sparking continued conversation about first responders and their mental health.Read More
- January 1, 2026
- 3 min read
The importance of first responder mental health
Learn why first responders face unique mental health challenges and expert-recommended strategies for support, resilience, and well-being.Read More
- October 27, 2025
- 3 min read