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Wildfires have long-term health effects, both direct and indirect

(5 days ago) WebA recent systematic review of studies on long-term impacts of wildfires finds they are associated with mental health disorders, COVID-19 complications, death from …

https://journalistsresource.org/health/wildfires-longterm-impact-on-health/

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Wildfires linked with increases in mental health problems in - CNN

(1 days ago) WebMishra wasn’t involved in the new research, but her own 2023 study showed that residents near the Camp Fire in California had increased mental health problems, …

https://www.cnn.com/2024/03/01/health/wildfires-mental-health-distress/index.html

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Wildfires and Smoke Are Harming People's Mental …

(5 days ago) WebA 2011 study in Environmental Health found an uptick in the use of anxiety drugs and sedatives after wildfires in northwest Spain, but researchers did not query people directly about mental health.

https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/wildfires-and-smoke-are-harming-peoples-mental-health-heres-how-to-cope/

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Special Report: Wildland Firefighters—Hidden Heroes …

(1 days ago) WebMore Data Needed Regarding Health and Wellness. For years, the mental health impact of these in-season and off-season stressors was not fully appreciated. While there have been many …

https://psychnews.psychiatryonline.org/doi/10.1176/appi.pn.2023.05.5.38

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Why Firefighters Are Facing A Growing Mental Health Challenge

(2 days ago) WebClimate change is likely to accelerate that, and that is changing the lives of people who fight fires. NPR's Nathan Rott reports that many face a mental health crisis. …

https://www.npr.org/2021/02/16/968252579/why-firefighters-are-facing-a-growing-mental-health-challenge

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The Negative Impact of Wildfire Smoke on Mental …

(6 days ago) WebThe fires have spread smoke and soot across the United States, causing a reduction in air quality as the gray clouds settle on cities and towns. The inhalation of smoke is known to cause physical health …

https://www.verywellmind.com/mental-health-effects-of-wildfire-smoke-5198018

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Poorer Mental Health Smolders After Deadly, Devastating Wildfire

(9 days ago) Web2018 Camp Fire case study finds increased chronic psychological issues in the aftermath, such as PTSD and depression. In 2018, a faulty electric transmission line …

https://health.ucsd.edu/news/press-releases/2021-02-09-poorer-mental-health-smolders-after-deadly-devastating-wildfire/

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Behavioral Health Program U.S. Department of the Interior

(Just Now) WebCurrent Efforts to Address Mental Health for Wildland Fire Personnel. The U.S. Department of the Interior and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service are developing …

https://www.doi.gov/wildlandfire/behavioral-health

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Exposure to Wildfires Exposures and Mental Health Problems …

(8 days ago) WebThis study evaluated self-reported experiences of the firefighters during the fires and the mental health support they received after the fires Bonita, Isabelle, …

https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4433/15/1/78

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The Impact of Wildfires on Mental Health - Psychiatry Advisor

(Just Now) WebIn a 2021 scoping review published in Behavioral Sciences, To et al examined 63 studies pertaining to the mental health effects of exposure to wildfires and …

https://www.psychiatryadvisor.com/home/topics/general-psychiatry/impact-of-wild-fires-mental-health/

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Health and social impacts of California wildfires and the …

(3 days ago) WebAdverse mental health issues, such as depression, uncertainty, anxiety and PTSD, health issues resulting from fires; 3) response and recovery resources and …

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7997008/

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Wildfires can cause mental health damage that smolders years …

(5 days ago) WebThey project it could get worse, with longer and more intense wildfire seasons that bring damaging health consequences, including respiratory and …

https://www.heart.org/en/news/2021/08/11/wildfires-can-cause-mental-health-damage-that-smolders-years-after-the-flames-go-out

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For Maui fire survivors, health conditions are worsening - The

(4 days ago) WebMonths after Maui fires, residents report troubling health problems. A new report details respiratory ailments, mental health conditions and lack of access to …

https://www.washingtonpost.com/climate-environment/2024/05/15/maui-fire-health-impact-lahaina/

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Best Practices in Behavioral Wellness for Emergency Responders

(5 days ago) Webfire service is like another family to many of us – we need to take care of one another when needed. We depend on each other. If you are experiencing declining …

https://www.iafc.org/docs/default-source/1vcos/20211103-iafc-yellow-ribbon-report.pdf

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People's physical and mental health could be affected by Maui …

(4 days ago) WebWildfires can increase rates of anxiety, depression. In addition to physical health, there are also mental health impacts. Research has shown wildfires and the …

https://abcnews.go.com/Health/maui-wildfires-affecting-peoples-physical-mental-health/story?id=102195778

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Firefighter Mental Health and Well-being - U.S. Fire …

(4 days ago) WebIssue. An increasing number of firefighters die by suicide, experiencing mental health issues such as post-traumatic stress, contracted from exposures they suffered while …

https://www.usfa.fema.gov/downloads/pdf/summit/2023-factsheets/mental-health-and-wellbeing.pdf

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Health outcomes of psychosocial stress within firefighters: A

(3 days ago) WebJob‐related psychosocial stress may best be described as a combination of work events and characteristics that affect individuals by applying mental and emotional …

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8006668/

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Maui residents face health decline, access struggles after wildfires …

(5 days ago) WebMental health: The survey found a notable increase in depression compared to before the fires, with more than half showing symptoms, significantly higher than state …

https://www.mauinews.com/news/local-news/2024/05/maui-residents-face-health-decline-access-struggles-after-wildfires-in-a-new-uh-study/

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The ambiguous influences of fire safety on people with mental …

(9 days ago) WebSecond, planners and landlords should be aware of the choice of fire safety devices to avoid the increase in limitations caused by the fire safety system. People with …

https://www.nature.com/articles/s41599-019-0230-0

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Firefighter Stress and Mental Health: Introduction to the Special …

(8 days ago) WebThe past decade has witnessed burgeoning interest and concern regarding the mental health of firefighters. This increased attention is due, in part, to research …

https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/01454455211064955

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First Responder Mental Health and Suicide: An Evidence-Based …

(1 days ago) WebThe authors continue to work together to further study mental health issues and suicide among first responders and develop resources to help address the problem. Other …

https://www.ems.gov/resources/newsletters/fall-2021/first-responder-mental-health-and-suicide-an-evidence-based-approach/

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Why Mental Health Resources Are Critical for Firefighters

(Just Now) WebAs a result, many firefighters have suppressed their feelings, with devastating consequences to their mental health. Research indicates that a large …

https://www.columbiasouthern.edu/blog/blog-articles/2019/august/firefighter-mental-health-resources/

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Mental Health and Stress-Related Disorders Climate and Health

(5 days ago) WebMental illness is one of the major causes of suffering in the United States, and extreme weather events can affect mental health in several ways. Following disasters, …

https://www.cdc.gov/climate-health/php/effects/mental-health-disorders.html

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RI under fire for treatment of kids with behavioral health problems

(2 days ago) WebThe state stopped placing children in St. Mary’s last November as an investigation from the state Child Advocate’s Office was uncovering a litany of incidents …

https://www.providencejournal.com/story/news/crime/2024/05/13/ri-under-fire-for-treatment-of-kids-with-behavioral-health-problems/73669428007/

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Canton Township Fire Department focused on addiction, mental …

(6 days ago) WebCanton City Public Health: 330-489-3231. Canton Comprehensive Treatment Center :234-348-3869. Coleman Health Services crisis intervention and stabilization: …

https://www.cantonrep.com/story/news/local/stark-county/2024/05/18/canton-township-fire-department-focused-on-addiction-mental-health/73278847007/

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Peru classifies transgender identities as 'mental health problems' …

(1 days ago) WebMay 20, 2024, 8:47 AM PDT. By Joe Kottke. LGBTQ advocates in Peru protested in the capital city of Lima last week after the Health Ministry issued a new law …

https://www.nbcnews.com/nbc-out/out-news/peru-classifies-transgender-identities-mental-health-problems-new-law-rcna152936

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How teens view social media’s impact on their mental health CNN

(9 days ago) WebAd Feedback. “Most conversations and headlines surrounding social media and youth mental (health) focus solely on the harms, portraying young people as passive …

https://www.cnn.com/2024/05/21/health/teen-social-media-mental-health-wellness/index.html

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Are Schools Too Focused on Mental Health? - The New York Times

(8 days ago) Web671. Lucy Foulkes, a research psychologist at the University of Oxford, wants school systems to proceed cautiously with large-scale mental health interventions. “It’s …

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/06/health/mental-health-schools.html

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Queensland chief health officer declares 'public health alert' over

(5 days ago) WebJohn Gerrard has declared a "public health alert" over the rise in mental health issues among the state's young people, coinciding with the emergence of smart phones …

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-05-21/social-media-harms-young-people-mental-health-queensland/103872476

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Inside Gaza's mental health crisis impacting civilians, aid workers

(3 days ago) WebA "catastrophic" mental health crisis has unfolded in Gaza, affecting both civilians and humanitarian workers, amid the ongoing Israel -Hamas war, according to …

https://abcnews.go.com/International/inside-gazas-mental-health-crisis-impacting-civilians-aid/story?id=110257381

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As mental health issues plague community, Asian Americans fight …

(2 days ago) WebAccording to a 2020 American Psychological Association report, 84% of the psychology workforce is white, while Asians comprise just 4%. That means Asian …

https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2024/05/10/asian-american-community-mental-health-stigma/73590929007/

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Murad Dervish’s mother testifies about his mental problems

(Just Now) WebMore mental health professionals are expected to testify Wednesday. The trial began last week and could wrap up soon. 13 News senior reporter J.D. Wallace has …

https://www.kold.com/2024/05/15/murad-dervishs-mother-testifies-about-his-mental-problems/

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