Managing Your Mind While Saving Others

Book Overview: Managing Your Mind While Saving Others: First Responder's Guide to Vicarious Trauma was written for First Responders to gain approaches to maximize success while managing real life with sound mental health practices. First Responders, such as Law Enforcement, Child Welfare Social Workers, Ambulance Staff, Emergency Room Nurses and Doctors, Licensed Therapists, and other professionals are often the people who assist people in a crisis situation. These individuals are the "helpers" of society to stabilize the community and keep the community safe. Trauma is a costly, public health issue. By addressing your own healing, you can greatly impact healing in your family and the community as a first responder. By reading this book, the reader will:

• Define mental health being a First Responder impacts both your professional and personal relationships are affecting your mental health.
• Learn about chronic stress, burnout, and vicarious trauma and how it impacts your quality of life.
• Align your core values with your self-care plan.
• Set boundaries with family, friends, and emergency response partners to build a healthy professional practice.
• Create your wellness strategies and maximize your mental wellness as you create the life-work balance.