Emergency responders struggling with mental health issues

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.

Emergency service workers are seen at the scene of an accident at a construction site in Box Hill, Melbourne (AAP Image/James Ross) NO ARCHIVING Source: AAP