One of the themes of First Responder Wellness Week is identifying healthy sleep strategies. Dr. Rachelle Zemlok, Lexipol strategic wellness director, breaks down the power of connection and how it can reduce your stress.
Fatigue can be hazardous for law enforcement officers who must always remain alert and focused on their duties
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FIRST RESPONDER WELLNESS WEEK RESOURCES
We offer grace and support to most first responders — so why not police officers, who face the same trauma but often stand alone?
For officers burdened by trauma, EMDR offers relief without reliving the pain
Learn how to choose the right pet for your shift schedule, energy level and emotional needs
First responders across the country joined Lexipol in highlighting wellness themes focused on fitness, mental health, peer support and connection
Five years after losing a friend and fellow officer to suicide, a sergeant reflects on what needs to change — and how that change can begin with you
Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing focuses on reducing the vividness and emotion associated with the traumatic memories
This article, originally published in March 2023, has been updated with additional resources and updated video.
