Explore expert insights and tactical strategies designed to help you navigate the unique biological and mental challenges of life on the front lines.
Before I became a psychiatric provider, I spent more than a decade in the trauma bay, on the helicopter, in the back of the ambulance, and on disaster response missions both nationally and internationally. The patients I treat now are the people I used to work...
As we move into a new season, we’re reflecting on growth — in our services, our team, and the ways we support your whole-person wellness.At Responder First Wellness, our mission remains to care for those who give so much — first responders, healthcare workers,...
If you’ve been following the conversation about ketamine therapy, you’ve probably noticed everyone’s got an opinion — from spa-style IV lounges to mail-order lozenges promising instant relief. Let’s cut through the noise. Ketamine is a powerful NMDA receptor...
The thyroid plays a crucial role in both weight management and psychiatry due to its influence on metabolism and overall well-being. Here’s an overview of its functions in these areas and some tips on how to manage weight: 1. Role of Thyroid in Weight...
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month —a time to raise awareness of this stigmatized, and often taboo, topic. By focusing on suicide prevention, we hope to shift the public perception of suicide, spread hope and share vital information to people affected by...
We are struggling. First responders are finding it difficult to adjust to life after their frontline experiences. We are trying to push through or self-isolate instead of understanding that the emotional fog we are walking through is a normal part of the post-trauma...
