‘Firefighter syndrome': UH Hilo researchers address unique mental health condition for fightfighters
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Researchers at UH Hilo want to help firefighters with mental and physical trauma, saying traumatic events can cause a co...
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Researchers at UH Hilo want to help firefighters with mental and physical trauma, saying traumatic events can cause a condition called 'firefighter syndrome.' Researchers say that 'firefighter syndrome' includes experiencing physiological changes from regular exposure to chronic stress, lethal risks, and potential for a wide range of injuries. UH Hilo Psychology professor Chris Frueh and his team created a framework for firefighters who need help understanding their mental and physical ailments and to help them get the care they need.