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Date: Jun 28, 2024
Author: Markie Bryant
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Understanding the After Action Treatment Program: A Lifeline for First Responders

Take an in-depth look at the After Action program, detailing its services, benefits, and how it supports first responders.
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Cumulative trauma in first responders – firefighters, police, and EMS standing together after duty.
Date: Oct 01, 2025
Author: Markie Bryant

The Cumulative Effects of Trauma Over a Career as a First Responder

Cumulative trauma doesn’t come from one bad call — it builds over years of service. This blog explores how first responders are affected, the signs to watch for, and how After Action provides specialized support through culturally competent, peer-driven care.
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Feature image showing a first responder walking alone into a sunset with bold text reading “5 Reasons First Responders Can’t Just Switch Off After the Shift Ends.
Date: Aug 04, 2025
Author: Markie Bryant
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5 Reasons First Responders Can’t Just “Switch Off” After the Shift Ends

The shift ends, but the stress doesn’t. This blog explores 5 reasons for first responder stress after work and how it affects their mental health and families.
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Chris Scallon speaking about post-traumatic growth on the After Action Podcast, sharing his journey through trauma and recovery.
Date: Jun 20, 2025
Author: Markie Bryant
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What Is Post-Traumatic Growth? Real Recovery After PTSD

Ever wondered if something good can come out of trauma? Post-Traumatic Growth (PTG) is proof that healing doesn’t just mean bouncing back—it can mean bouncing forward. Explore the journey from PTSD to a deeper, more meaningful life.
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Female firefighter in protective uniform standing near truck
Date: Jun 02, 2025
Author: Markie Bryant

Unseen and Under Pressure: The Mental Health Struggles of Female First Responders

From firefighting to law enforcement, female first responders are expected to be unshakable—but when trauma builds up, the fear of being seen as “weak” can stop them from seeking help. This blog explores the stigma, the silence, and the steps toward healing.
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A firefighter embraces his son, showing the emotional toll of first responder PTSD and family impact.
Date: Mar 26, 2025
Author: Markie Bryant
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First Responder PTSD and Family Impact: Real Stories, Warning Signs & Healing Paths

Behind every badge is a story untold. First Responder PTSD and Family Impact isn’t just something you read in textbooks—it’s what plays out in living rooms, at dinner tables, and behind closed doors across the country. If you’re the spouse, child, or parent of a first responder—or you wear the uniform yourself—you may recognize the weight, even if you’ve never had the words for it. This blog is for you. For the ones who stay up all night wondering what’s wrong. For the responders who don’t know how to say, “I’m not okay.” For the families who just want their loved one back. Together, we’re going to shed light on the signs, share the stories, and walk the road toward healing.
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Date: Mar 06, 2025
Author: Markie Bryant
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First Responder Mental Health and Operational Readiness: A Mission-Critical Priority

First responder mental health and operational readiness are inseparable. Learn how addressing PTSD, burnout, and addiction can improve resilience and job performance.
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A firefighter sits on the back of a fire truck, looking exhausted, symbolizing the mental and physical toll of first responder work.
Date: Feb 05, 2025
Author: Markie Bryant

PTSD vs PTSI: Why First Responders Need a New Approach to Trauma Recovery

PTSD vs PTSI: Why reframing trauma as an injury changes everything for first responders. Learn how After Action provides specialized trauma treatment.
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First responder mental health: firefighter decompressing post-shift.
Date: Dec 23, 2024
Author: Markie Bryant
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First Responder Mental Health: How to Decompress and Avoid Burnout

Struggling with first responder mental health? Discover how to decompress, address trauma, and regain balance through specialized care at After Action.
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After Action CEO Arthur Mogilevski, Sensory Specialist Bonnie Eckman, and Jay Dobyns at the Bakersfield Police Department Wellness Center event.
Date: Dec 16, 2024
Author: Markie Bryant
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Courage Undercover: How Jay Dobyns Inspires Wellness in Law Enforcement

Jay Dobyns’ story of infiltrating the Hells Angels inspires law enforcement to prioritize mental health. Learn how resources like After Action can help first responders.
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Hard Truths First Responders Face: Standing Strong Amid Challenges
Date: Dec 09, 2024
Author: Markie Bryant
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5 Hard Truths First Responders Face—and How to Break Free From the Cycle

First responders face trauma, burnout, and stigma daily. Learn the 5 hard truths they encounter and how to break free with tools for mental health and recovery.
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Understanding the After Action Treatment Program: A Lifeline for First Responders
The Cumulative Effects of Trauma Over a Career as a First Responder
5 Reasons First Responders Can’t Just “Switch Off” After the Shift Ends
What Is Post-Traumatic Growth? Real Recovery After PTSD
Unseen and Under Pressure: The Mental Health Struggles of Female First Responders
First Responder PTSD and Family Impact: Real Stories, Warning Signs & Healing Paths

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