S2 Ep19 - Dan Oakes, Licensed Professional Counselor

Season two of the Arizona DPS Seven Points Podcast wraps with a powerful episode on mental health and wellness for first responders. Public Information Manager Warren Trent and Sgt. Kameron Lee sit down with Dan Oakes, licensed professional counselor to discuss trauma, PTSD, and the importance of seeking help. Dan explains the difference between primary and secondary PTSD, the impact of long-term stress on the nervous system, and the early warning signs: irritability, sadness, and difficulty ...