Ambulance

It can feel really difficult to ask for help when you need it – especially when you spend much of your time, whether working or volunteering, in helping others. But there are some steps you can take to build your confidence in having difficult conversations with colleagues.

Sadly, in the ambulance service, you’re much more likely to experience something traumatic in your role than the general population. While you might feel like you’re able to cope in the moment, it’s important to process these things properly.

Ambulance roles are some of the hardest. It can be useful to talk to someone who understands what you’re going through – here are some options.

When someone close to you is in a difficult or stressful field, like the ambulance service can be, it’s natural to feel worried for them sometimes. Here are a few tips that can help, and some suggestions for where to look further.

Adjusting to student life can be tough – and paramedic training can cover some difficult subjects on top of that. We’ve collected a few pointers.

A few simple tips can go a long way to making you feel more confident talking about mental health and wellbeing with your colleagues.