Dr Daniel & Tana Amen
Dr Daniel & Tana Amen
These Jobs are Toxic: The Lessons We Learned from 9/11
These Jobs are Toxic: The Lessons We Learned from 9/11
These Jobs are Toxic: The Lessons We Learned from 9/11
Wednesday 11th September 2019
Discover the hidden dangers first responders face post-9/11 and learn about efforts to improve their health with Dr. Daniel Amen and Dr. Nancy Bohl-Penrod.
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Get the buttons here!Toxic Jobs: First Responders' Battle for Better Health Post-9/11
Their brains do not look healthy overall. And so emotional trauma, physical trauma, toxicity which all by itself is going to give you issues with depression, PTSD, anxiety, panic.
What happens when your job puts you in the line of fire, not just from danger but from invisible toxins? In this compelling episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Dr. Nancy Bohl-Penrod tackle the harsh realities faced by first responders post-9/11. They dive into the grim lessons learned from that tragic day and discuss the ongoing efforts to improve working conditions for those who run towards danger when everyone else runs away.
First responders, particularly firefighters, often find themselves in environments teeming with hazardous materials like carbon monoxide and cyanide. These toxic exposures can lead to severe mental health issues, including depression, PTSD, anxiety, and panic attacks. Dr. Amen and Dr. Bohl-Penrod don't just highlight the problems; they also offer solutions, emphasizing the importance of detoxification. They discuss how supporting the body's natural detox organs—kidneys, gut, liver, and sweat glands—can make a significant difference.
The episode is filled with real-life stories of individuals who have battled and overcome these mental health challenges with the right support and care. It's a sobering yet hopeful conversation that underscores the urgent need for better working conditions and mental health support for our first responders. If you're interested in understanding the hidden dangers that come with being a first responder and what can be done to mitigate these risks, this episode is a must-listen.
It's not just about identifying problems; it's about finding actionable solutions to protect those who protect us.