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The Wellness Equation
The importance of the physical and emotional health of our first responders should never be second guessed. Having a community of support for police, fire and EMS is more critical today than ever before. The Wellness Equation Podcast powered by Provicta and HealthPartners is a first of its kind place where first responders and their families can get the support they need to keep themselves and their communities healthy and strong.
The Wellness Equation
Recognizing & Reducing Stress
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Provicta & HealthPartners
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Season 1
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Episode 2
First responders run toward trouble -- not away. But stressful events can take a heavy toll on mental health. Marie Ridgeway, a masters level mental health therapist and trauma treatments specialist, works with many law enforcement agencies in the Twin Cities area. In this episode, she shares how to recognize stress accumulation and ways to build resiliency to it.