Choose a first responder and conduct an interview. The interview will cover job related stress, impact of difficult calls and the first responders response to stress. Particular attention will be paid to adaptive versus maladaptive behaviors. Impact on family should be queried where possible.
For the assignment, you will submit a brief overview (3-5 pages) of the interview. The overview will follow APA format and shall include background on the interview (including number of sessions, location of the interview), description of the first responders department (police/fire/ems/military, paid versus volunteer), years and type of service of the first responder.
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