Axon Aid: Wellness

Stories and Science for responders, their families, and communities discussing mental toughness, establishing support systems, and building stronger communities.

Axon Aid: Wellness

A collection of stories and science, designed to prepare officers and their families for the realities of the profession on mental health.

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Resiliency Techniques

Hear from Courtney Runnels, Crisis Support Supervisor, Grand Prairie Police Department (TX), and learn different techniques to improve resiliency in public safety professionals.

Peer Support

Hear from families and professionals on the importance of peer support, and learn how to implement peer support resources that public safety will actually utilize.

Science of Trauma

Hear from professionals on building resiliency, understand the impact of stress and learn what strategies may help you deal with trauma.

Building a Wellness Department

Public Safety officials share actionable advice on curating and encouraging use of mental wellness resources.

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Gratitude

How can positive thoughts drive success in the field? Courtney Runnels explains how to reframe negative experiences through a shift in mindset.

Science of Trauma Part 2: Physiology of Trauma

How can we understand our stress level? Dr. Erika Sallee and Dr. Brenda Tillman explain how stress impacts the brain and the importance of training in handling your trauma.

Establishing a Peer Support Team

How can your agency start and grow a successful peer support program? Lt. Mark Dale walks through tips for structuring and budgeting peer support teams, and he discusses how to utilize regional resources to strengthen your program.

Helping Children Through Loss

Coping with loss can be difficult at any age. Detective Christina O’Rear of Grapevine Police Department details how to broach the topic of death with children of different age groups.