Taking Time to Listen
Therapist Rebecca Grondel, MA explores the importance of stopping and paying attention to what our kids are REALLY saying.
Posts by: Tracy Michel
Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing
Dr Stephanie Conn, the founder of First Responder Psychology in Beaverton Oregon, and author of the book, “Increasing Resilience in Police and Emergency Personnel.” highlights some of the specific benefits of a treatment method called EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing).
This treatment method is very effective for dealing with significant and accumulative trauma, with the added benefit of having no physiological side effects.
Dr Conn mentions a link in her Flashlight episode and you may find more information about EMDR HERE or another resource HERE
Teenagers and Internet Safety
Stress and Relationships
In this timely Flashlight Series Video, Rebecca Grondel, MA gives insight and ideas for maintaining connection with your partner, family or loved ones during times of stress. From the simple moments of who is emptying the dishwasher to bigger tougher moments.
Halloween Safety Tips
Lieutenant Julie Beard from the Redmond Police Department offers families some helpful tips for enjoying a safe Halloween.
Looks like the weather and the moon are going to add to the holiday fun!
Resilience
In this Flashlight episode brought to you by Behind the Badge Foundation’s Law Enforcement Family Network, Jeremy and Ketryna Wade talk about resilience for officers and their families.
Jeremy is an SPD officer and founder of Fearless Resilience, a training and consulting organization for first responders. During their episode, Jeremy and Ketryna talk about how they try to focus on what they can control, especially during times of stress.
Jeremy mentioned a book by Dr. Carol Deweck titled, MINDSET.
Dr. Dewek writes a great deal about growth mindset. Growth vs. Fixed mindset is an important topic for officers as a way of viewing and managing stress. The information in this article is also helpful during 2020 as a way to navigate the unpredictable. Here is a link to article that covers more information: HERE
Jeremy Wade
Founder/ Lead Training Instructor
206-817-5410
jeremywade@nullfearlessresilience.com
Ketryna Wade
Business Manager
206-999-6463
ketrynawade@nullfearlessresilience.com
You may learn more about Fearless Resilience by visiting their website HERE
I love a Cop – Part 2
Absolutely worth the wait! Check out Part II of this week’s LEFN Flashlight Series YouTube Video!
Conversations with the “Cop Doc”
Check out the newest Law Enforcement Family Network Flashlight Series YouTube Video
Once you have watched this informative and fun video, please sure to comment below on the connection you made to this video!
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The Science of Sleep
Dr Stephen James, from WSU School of Nursing and the Sleep and Performance Research Center, has some vital information about the impact of shift work on law enforcement officers.
Sleep deprivation is a health concern and it can influence everything from reaction time to safe driving for police officers. Dr Stephen James offers insight and practical information for coping with the chaos of the first responder schedule.
Dr. Stephen James
WSU School of Nursing
Sleep and Performance Research Center
Resources:
Sleep Deprivation Article HERE
USA Today Sleep Article HERE
WSU Nursing Article HERE