Abstract
This edited volume provides mental health clinicians with knowledge to effectively work with current and former first responders. It provides strategies on how to best develop and adapt clinical assessment procedures and therapeutic interventions to better meet the unique needs found in these settings. Chapters synthesize existing literature to introduce the reader to profession-specific factors issues that exist in these contexts and describe the challenges that can present when working with police, firefighters, EMS, emergency communications operators, crime scene investigators, and corrections personnel. The book covers a range of topics that clinicians and trainees need to understand the relevant issues, develop effective treatment plans, and deliver appropriate psychological services in public safety settings. First Responder Mental Health: A Clinician's Guide will be essential reading for mental health professionals working with first responders, as well as those in training.
| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Springer International Publishing AG |
| Number of pages | 528 |
| ISBN (Electronic) | 9783031381492 |
| ISBN (Print) | 9783031381485 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - Oct 12 2023 |
Bibliographical note
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ASJC Scopus Subject Areas
- General Psychology
Keywords
- Emergency medical services
- Firefighter mental health
- First responder mental health
- First responder stress
- Law enforcement mental health
- Police mental health
- Police stress
- Public safety
- Trauma
Disciplines
- Psychology