Updated on February 11, 2021 at 10:49 am
Studies show it s five times more common for first responders to suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder than the average person, a sobering reminder of the realities they face as they help others on the worst days of their lives.
News4 s Melissa Mollet spoke with three Montgomery County firefighters who have had different mental health struggles, but the same advice for others: You re not alone, and it s brave to ask for help.
If you are struggling or in crisis, you’re not alone. Please seek help by calling SAMHSA s National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP.