SPOTLIGHT MONDAY: Anxiety Within First Responder Families

What this episode covers

On today’s episode we shine the light on the anxiety that exists amongst first responder families. Anxiety symptoms and overall distress is higher in families living in this career lifestyle compared to other careers. According to the article, “5 Reasons First Responder Families Experience More Anxiety” from cordico.com (https://www.cordico.com/2020/07/31/5-reasons-first-responder-families-experience-more-anxiety/) There are several reasons for this but there are also ways that families can manage and even reduce these anxiety symptoms. Although not every first responder family experiences these struggles, they are real and they do exist for many. It is important for families to recognize this and seek education and help if needed. We hope this information can help all first responder families. So, come ride along with us!