Why Are Paramedics Facing More Violence? | Justin Mausz on Culture, Safety & Resilience

About Justin:Justin is an Advanced Care Paramedic and researcher with Peel Regional Paramedic Services, a member of the Department of Family and Community Medicine at the University of Toronto, and a Scientist with the McNally Project for Paramedicine Research. His work focuses on psychological health and safety among paramedics. Justin is the research lead of the External Violence Against Paramedics (EVAP) program and co-leads the Violence Against Paramedics project with Dr. Donnelly. Connect with Justin on LinkedIn, follow him on Twitter, or see more of his work on ResearchGate.In this episode, we discuss the unacceptable nature of violence against paramedics and shed light on how it affects their mental health and job performance. The conversation explores the efforts made by paramedics like Mandy Johnston and researchers to gather data, understand the prevalence of violence, and implement effective risk mitigation strategies. The program delves into the impact of reporting violence, changes in organizational culture, and the importance of mental health resources. Hear about the personal experiences that led to this crucial research, the training initiatives to de-escalate violent situations, and the ultimate goal of creating a safer and more supportive environment for paramedics.Support Justin:https://www.protectparamedics.com/the-team Chapters:00:00 Introduction: Addressing Violence Against Paramedics01:01 Personal Motivations and Research Beginnings02:16 Documenting and Measuring Violence03:12 Barriers to Reporting and Cultural Change04:57 Impact of Reporting and Training06:52 Mental Health Studies and Personal Stories09:45 Challenges in Paramedic Mental Health14:31 Systemic Issues and Resource Allocation24:03 Historical Context and Physical Injuries25:38 The Reality of Early Career Paramedics26:10 Role Identity and Paramedic Identity Mismatch26:54 Building Resilience: Individual and Organizational Strategies28:34 The Swiss Cheese Model and Mental Health ScreeningReferences:https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24830544/https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35206301/https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Paige-Masonhttps://www.protectparamedics.com/the-teamhttps://www.insighthealthsolutions.com/launch-of-peel-region-paramedic-services-partnership-with-thp-for-mental-health-services/https://www.publicsafety.gc.ca/cnt/rsrcs/pblctns/2019-ctn-pln-ptsi/index-en.aspx?wbdisable=true#ems #science #paramedic #emergencymedicine #prehospitalcare #paramedic​ #emt​ #firefighter​#ambulance​ #medic​ #emergency​ #rescue​#firstresponders​ #emtlife​