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The PAIN of first responder survival is not just fighting
PTSD
37% of firefighters have suffered from PTSD
SUICIDE
A firefighter commits suicide about every other day
STRESS
Firefighters are 3x more likely to die on the job
Though we are not counselors, we have suffered through the pains of being a first responder.

Silent signs of First Responder Stress:
- Fatigue
- Sleep disorder
- Irritability
- Alcohol/prescription drug abuse
- Physical ailments
- Late for work regularly
- Feeling pessimistic, hopeless, or depressed
- Physical/emotional pain
- Suicidal thoughts (call immediately)
- Inaction on the job, anger, secretly crying, bitterness
What else should I Know?
- Eat healthier & drink more water
- Drink less caffeine/alcohol
- Get an annual physical exam
- Exercise daily
- Get some rest
- Talk with someone you trust
- Alabama Act 2018-416 assures all communications with us are privileged.