MHNR Network, LLC
MHNR Network, LLC
Societal Perceptions WIth The EMS Siren
Societal Perceptions WIth The EMS Siren
Societal Perceptions WIth The EMS Siren
Friday 9th November 2018
Michael Sugrue and Amy Eisenhauer discuss societal views on substance abuse and mental health in EMS on 'Rescue the Rescuer'.
41 minutes
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Get the buttons here!Breaking Barriers: Substance Abuse and Mental Health in EMS
Now let's take that person who deals with life stress and in the same way has the same life issues as anybody else, and then tell them to take a job for the next 20 or 30 years. Yeah, it's ludicrous.
Imagine being on the front lines every day, dealing with life-and-death situations, and then having to face societal stigmas about substance abuse and mental health. In this episode of 'Rescue the Rescuer', host Michael Sugrue sits down with Amy Eisenhauer, a seasoned EMS provider and educator, to tackle these pressing issues head-on.
Amy, who has been a pivotal figure in the New Jersey Emergency Medical Services community since 1995, brings her wealth of experience and passion for improving EMS professionals' lives to the conversation. They dive into the harsh realities that EMS providers face, from the opioid epidemic to the silent struggles of mental health and provider suicide.
Amy shares her insights on the importance of self-care and stress management, highlighting how crucial it is for those in high-stress roles to find balance. The discussion also touches on career development, egos, and attitudes within the EMS community, emphasizing the need for open conversations and better support systems.
Michael’s poignant statement, 'Now let's take that person who deals with life stress and in the same way has the same life issues as anybody else, and then tell them to take a job for the next 20 or 30 years. Yeah, it's ludicrous', underscores the urgency for change in how we support our first responders. Tune in to hear these powerful stories and gain a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by EMS professionals.