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Emergency responders struggling with mental health issues

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Emergency workers responding to a call out in Melbourne Source: AAP

A world first study of the mental health of emergency workers has found they are at greater risk of psychological distress and trauma.


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By Gloria Kalache

Presented by Annalyn Violata

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A world first study of the mental health of emergency workers has found they are at greater risk of psychological distress and trauma.


The study of more than 21-thousand people was carried out by Beyond Blue.

It is now calling for a national approach to dealing with mental health issues for first responders.


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