Problem: A recent study at the University of Manitoba showed that in 2019, over 80% of paramedics and firefighters experienced violence directed at them by the public. However, its impact on mental health is poorly understood (Setlack et al., 2021). Recent events in the media demonstrate that workplace violence is increasing. However, there continues to be a severe lack of comprehensive research into how these events affect first responders over time. A systematic review found that psychological injuries, such as anxiety and mental exhaustion, were linked to on-scene violence; however, the literature has not outlined the extent of the association between them (Setlack et al., 2021). Social support can be a critical factor in developing resilience, but outside of studies focused on police, information on how to provide that support to EMS personnel is nonexistent. This may be due to an unspoken allegiance to an ethos of "silent trauma".
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