Abstract

This website was created through the extensive analysis of a variety of sources regarding the epidemic of poor mental health and harmful coping mechanisms amongst those pursuing a career in firefighting. The consideration and evaluation of this research reflects the fact that a definite folk group exists amongst the men and women in the fire service, and unfortunately, many members in this folk group share intense struggles with mental health and negative coping mechanism due to various occupational factors including difficulty maintaining a positive work-life balance, stressful work conditions, exposure to traumatic events, and more.