Mental Perk
Real people...Real Issues...Real Talk. Destigmatizing misconceptions about mental health and encourage conversations about tough topics. We understand all of us are impacted by the effects of mental health in different ways. We want to highlight guests who are winning the battle, their very real struggles, and how honest talk can change the way we view mental health. We want everyone to know "You're Worthy...We're in this together".
Mental Perk
Mental Perk Vol 46 - 911 Operator: Taking Control of a Situation to Promote Calmness and Empathy
Mental Perk welcomes Brenda Castaneda, a 911 Operator and Supervisor who talks about the challenges and rewards of being a dispatcher. Brenda highlights the importance of maintaining control and mental strength as dispatchers perform multiple roles while assisting callers through an emergency. She also talks about the impact on dispatchers as they put time and compassion into their calls and may not know the outcomes of the people they help. By bringing to light the role of a 911 Operator, Brenda displays the incredible hearts and souls of our often-overlooked first responders. These operators put in the tough hours and expect little recognition, but they do it all to help others in their biggest time of need. Tune into Mental Perk to honor our heroes and understand the importance of recognizing their unwavering compassion.
If you or anyone you know are struggling with a mental health issue, suicidal thoughts, or self-harm behaviors, please reach out for help, talk to someone you trust and connect with a mental health professional. If you are in immediate danger of hurting yourself or hurting someone else, please call 911, go to your local ER or contact the national suicide hotline at 988. Mental Perk wants you to know "You're Worthy...We're in this together"
