Critical Incident Stress Management for Emergency Personnel

Due to the initial popularity of this booklet, the Network have now made a second order with the publishers and the second edition of this booklet is now available to purchase.

This guide addresses stress management for emergency medical personnel, Gardaí/police officers, fire service, military and other personnel who may encounter stressful situations not normally experienced by the general public.

Synopsis of the CISM Guide:

• Nature of stress

• What is stress?

• Stress paths

• PTSD and contributing factors

• Sources of stress

• Signs of stress

• Dangerous signs of stress

• Stress survival skills

• Stress control for life
  - Diet
  - Exercise
  - Smoking
  - Positive Mental attitude
  - Spirituality
  - Relaxation
- Progressive muscle relaxation
  - Guided Imagery
  - A life beyond the job
  - Limited self-disclosure
  - False stress cures

• The satisfying side of stress

• Conditions requiring professional assistance