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92 percent of fire fighters say stigma is a barrier to seeking behavioral health treatment.

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1 in 5 fire fighters and paramedics

will suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in their career.* *Journal of Occupational Health Psychology

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Fire fighters with PTSD are

six times more likely to attempt suicide* *Addiction adds another layer of risk for suicide

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28 percent of fire fighters

believe behavioral health issues will hurt their pride or reputation, worry that information will not remain confidential, or are not aware of services available to address behavioral health issues.

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Most fire fighters will recall with ease

at least three horrific emergency calls or tragic events that replay in their minds, and some drink to escape those thoughts.

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