Ms Stephanie Neuman1
1Leave Trauma Behind, United States
Biography:
Stephanie Neuman has been an LCSW for over 13 years. Prior to that, she served as a Patrol Sgt., a Patrol Officer, and a Detention Officer for over 10 years. Stephanie now spends her time educating and training first responders in an effort to save lives.
Abstract:
The Brain of a First Responder takes participants inside their minds and allows for understanding as to how trauma has impacted their world while being in the role of a first responder. Stephanie provides a detailed explanation of the science of the brain in a way to understand how the "normalization" of the "job" can quickly diminish the quality of life first responders have, frequently leading to alcoholism, divorce, and suicide. Education about what disassociation is and how first responders can recognize or bring themselves out of it is a key part of this presentation. Upon completion of the presentation, participants will understand that they have no control over the science of their brain and it isn't their fault they don't feel good. They will have been given coping methods and tangible processes in which they can then calm their bodies or shift their mindset.