Voter Education, Nevada's Closed Primaries, and Dr. I. David Daniels on Mental Health and Psychosocial Safety in High-Stress Professions

Dave Washington hosts Veterans Affairs Plus, discussing voter education and the importance of voting, including Nevada's closed primary system. He highlights the significance of mental health in the workplace, particularly in high-stress professions like firefighting and the military. Dr. I. David Daniels, a retired fire chief and expert in psychosocial safety, emphasizes the need to address mental health issues proactively. He shares his research on the impact of psychosocial hazards on Black workers and the high suicide rates in high-hazard occupations. Daniels advocates for early intervention and support to prevent emotional harm from escalating into physical injuries.