The Unspeakable Protocol

Episode 006 - The Ones That Take a Toll (Trigger Warning)

The Unspeakable Protocol Podcast Season 1 Episode 6

*Topics: Addiction, Alcohol, Drugs, Suicide*

Host Chip Orton and special guest John Duddy discuss the effect of trauma and COVID on first responders. As a 30-year volunteer firefighter, volunteer fire department station Captain John Duddy tells of the ones that "took a toll" on first responders in a smaller New England beach community. We discuss the impact of witnessing and responding to trauma on first responders, unhealthy effects on workers, suicidal ideations, and ultimately healthy ways for first responders to explore mental health concerns

Article Reference: https://www.psychiatrictimes.com/view/first-responders-and-mental-health-when-heroes-need-rescuing

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