Read on...
http://www.policeone.com/pulse-of-policing/articles/25980006-Cops-in-crisis-The-power-of-peer-support-in-PDs/
According to the latest reports, Lamar Odom, the former NBA player who was found unconscious in a Nevada brothel on Oct. 13, is breathing on his own and can even get out of bed. Authorities confirmed that cocaine was found in Odom’s system, which indicates that he had been using it in the days before his hospitalization.
Now that he’s improving, it’s time to talk about how we react to medical emergencies like Odom’s. While Odom has publicly distanced himself from the label “drug addict,” the way that the public talks about his drug use affects millions of people struggling with addiction.
Read on ... http://www.huffingtonpost.com.au/entry/lamar-odom-addiction-shame_us_56216f52e4b08589ef478d66?ir=Healthy%2BLiving§ion=australia&utm_hp_ref=healthy-living
Today is World Mental Health day, raising awareness of mental health issues around the world and mobilizing efforts in support of mental health. In honor of First Responders who are struggling with various mental health issues. Maybe we should 'Hug a FR today'!
http://www.who.int/mental_health/world-mental-health-day/en/
Much anticipated and even more needed. Let's shine a brighter light on PTSD and trauma for our First Responders.
This powerful award winning documentary explores the darker side of law enforcement as it tells the stories of police officers and their families who are now suffering the mental anguish of the careers they chose. Code 9 explores the impacts of the stress and trauma the job causes and if left untreated can result in PTSD. Code 9 offers solutions to the massive problem First Responders are dealing with. . The film is available via download on vimeo.com/ondemand/code9 or go to Code9film.com for DVD options
influxmagazine.com/code-9-officer-needs-assistance-review/
Code9project.org
Support meetings for First Responders (Police, Fire and EMS - Active, Former and Retired) are beginning in the first week of October. Sunday evenings at 6pm and Monday evenings at 7pm. Watch this space for information regarding the exact location and times. These are FREE and Confidential for First Responders dealing with PTSD, Addiction, Trauma and Grief.
