Mental Resiliency in EMS

EMS is a physically and emotionally taxing profession—that much has been evident since the founding of the profession decades ago. What’s still coming into focus, however, is that even those who are naturally drawn to this supercharged environment are not immune to the cumulative mental stresses of it.

Disasters, death, distress, being present for the most heart-wrenching moments of families, and even risks to personal safety can stress EMS providers to the breaking point.

Fortunately, the “suck it up” culture is gradually evolving into a more informed environment in which EMS professionals are encouraged to pursue one of a growing list of resources and strategies to cope.

This special supplement produced by EMS World in partnership with Verizon presents new evidence quantifying the effects of stress on EMS crews, as well as strategies that forward-thinking departments are employing today in an effort to keep their crews safe.