About this episode

Episode 661 features a panel discussion on dispatcher suicide and mental health resources in public safety.

Episode 661 features a panel discussion from a recent Public Safety Showcase virtual event entitled, "Dispatcher Suicide: Breaking the Silence." Sponsored by RapidSOS - Facebook | LinkedIn | X | Web Episode topics – Why dispatcher suicide remains a taboo topic in public safety What struggle really looks like among dispatchers Why it's easier for dispatchers to help others than themselves Practical mental health resources and what truly helps How agencies and coworkers navigate the aftermath and support survivors If you have any comments or questions or would like to be a guest on the show, please email me at wttpodcast@gmail.com .

Topics covered

• dispatcher suicide
• mental health resources
• public safety
• support for survivors
• taboo topics
• dispatcher struggles

Keywords

• dispatcher
• suicide
• mental health
• public safety
• support
• resources
• taboo

Sponsors

RapidSOS

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Dispatcher Suicide: Breaking the Silence

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