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PTSD Among Firefighters: Startling Conclusions

Title: PTSD Among Firefighters: Startling Conclusions

Scientific Essay , 2015 , 10 Pages

Autor:in: Bracy Dixon (Author)

Psychology - Diagnostics
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The number of potential undiagnosed emergency responders is astonishing. This white paper examines this phenomena and provides an overview of a problem of epidemic proportion.

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Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Among Firefighters
  • Symptoms of PSTD
  • Re-experiencing
  • Avoidance and Numbing
  • Arousal
  • PTSD Development
  • PTSD and Physical Health
  • Segment Comparisons

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This article explores the prevalence and impact of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) among firefighters. It aims to define PTSD, identify the factors that contribute to its development, discuss the specific challenges faced by firefighters, and compare PTSD rates among firefighters, police officers, and military personnel.

  • Definition and symptoms of PTSD
  • Factors contributing to PTSD development in firefighters
  • The impact of PTSD on firefighters' physical and mental health
  • Comparison of PTSD rates among firefighters, police, and military personnel
  • The role of critical incident stress debriefing (CISD) in mitigating PTSD

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

The article begins by defining PTSD and outlining its key symptoms: re-experiencing, avoidance and numbing, and arousal. It then delves into the factors that contribute to PTSD development, including the frequency of exposure to traumatic events, the inherent dangers of the firefighting profession, and the unique pressures faced by firefighter leaders.

The article further explores the physical and psychological consequences of PTSD on firefighters, emphasizing the potential for impaired cognitive function, depression, and substance abuse. It highlights the critical importance of recognizing and addressing PTSD symptoms through early intervention and support.

Finally, the article provides a comparison of PTSD rates across various professions, revealing a significantly higher prevalence among firefighters than the general population, police officers, and even military personnel. It suggests that the unique demands of firefighting, including frequent exposure to traumatic events and the need for constant vigilance, contribute to this elevated risk.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

The key terms and concepts explored in this article include Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), firefighters, occupational stress, critical incident stress debriefing (CISD), mental health, physical health, and comparative risk analysis among various professions like military personnel and police officers.

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Title
PTSD Among Firefighters: Startling Conclusions
Author
Bracy Dixon (Author)
Publication Year
2015
Pages
10
Catalog Number
V293978
ISBN (eBook)
9783656917717
ISBN (Book)
9783656917724
Language
English
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ptsd among firefighters startling conclusions
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Bracy Dixon (Author), 2015, PTSD Among Firefighters: Startling Conclusions, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/293978
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