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Emily Howe1, Stephen Czarnuch2, Rosemary Ricciardelli1
1School of Maritime Studies, Memorial University of Newfoundland Fisheries and Marine Institute, St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.
Public safety communicators face potentially psychologically traumatic events (PPTE), leading to mental health issues. Barriers like stigma and lack of knowledge prevent them from seeking help, impacting overall wellness.
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Area of Science:
- Occupational Health
- Psychology
- Emergency Services
Background:
- Public safety communicators are crucial first responders in emergencies.
- They experience potentially psychologically traumatic events (PPTE), increasing mental health concerns.
- Low engagement in mental health help-seeking exacerbates negative consequences.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify and contextualize barriers to mental health help-seeking among Canadian public safety communicators.
- To inform the development of targeted interventions and policies for communicator mental health.
Main Methods:
- Survey of 361 Canadian public safety communicators.
- Qualitative emergent theme analysis of open-ended responses regarding help-seeking hindrances.
Main Results:
- Seven key factors hindering help-seeking were identified: access barriers, self-denial, fear of consequences, lack of knowledge, personal feelings, stigma/culture, and inadequate support.
- These factors collectively impede communicators from accessing necessary mental health services.
Conclusions:
- Understanding these barriers is essential for improving public safety communicator wellness.
- Interventions should address identified factors to promote mental health help-seeking and support.
- Policy changes are needed to foster a supportive environment for mental health in this profession.