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Health Line
an hour ago
- General
- Health Line
Online Trauma Therapy: Healing from Home
Key Takeaways 26% of respondents to a Healthline survey about online therapy report seeking therapeutic help for trauma No matter how you identify, your age, or time since trauma(s), research shows teletherapy is effective for trauma if your rapport with the therapist is strong According to Healthline's mental health survey, BetterHelp is the top choice for trauma therapy Most know online therapy can be helpful for couples counseling, general anxiety, even phobias, or concerning behavioral traits, but does it work for healing after living through trauma? Where do you turn when in-person isn't your best option, but you need help for post-traumatic stress? Our expert and two individuals managing PTSD explain why online trauma therapy is not only a thing, but can often be the safest place to maintain healing. Plus, we're sharing 7 vetted and proven services to start or continue online therapy.
Yahoo
6 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Weyerhaeuser, Firefighter Behavioral Health Alliance Partner for Fourth Year to Provide Mental Health Resources for Wildland Firefighters
Fighting Fires Together campaign raises awareness and helps address mental health challenges of wildland firefighting SEATTLE, May 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Weyerhaeuser Company (NYSE: WY) and Firefighter Behavioral Health Alliance (FBHA) today announced an extension of their Fighting Fires Together campaign, a partnership that provides specialized mental health support for wildland firefighters and their families across the Pacific Northwest. Fighting Fires Together, now in its fourth year, addresses the often-overlooked mental health impacts of wildland firefighting in isolated, hazardous and highly stressful conditions. Through a free online resource hub, first responders can find specially designed content, including videos about Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety and suicide prevention, along with mental health tips, educational articles and contacts for occupationally aware support groups and counselors in Oregon, Washington and British Columbia. Weyerhaeuser's support for wildland firefighting efforts in the Pacific Northwest began in the aftermath of the Yacolt Burn in 1902, when the company began advocating for Washington's first forest fire legislation and the funding of community fire prevention education and patrols. Today, as Weyerhaeuser celebrates its 125th anniversary, the company continues to play an active role in fire prevention and response through its forest management operations. Weyerhaeuser employees and contractors receive annual fire readiness training, build fire breaks and containment lines, conduct aerial surveys and deploy tanker trucks, helicopters and quick-response crews to wildland fires. "After launching the Fighting Fires Together campaign with FBHA four years ago, we're proud to continue this effort to support wildland firefighters and their mental health as they work in challenging conditions to protect our communities," says Bill Frings, vice president of Western Timberlands for Weyerhaeuser. "Weyerhaeuser was an early leader in wildfire protection more than a century ago, and we continue to invest in cutting-edge technologies and ongoing training to improve our preparedness strategies. As our wildfire seasons grow longer, we understand it's critical to ensure wildland firefighters have access to the resources they need to carry out this important work." To learn more about Weyerhaeuser's Fighting Fires Together campaign, visit ABOUT WEYERHAEUSERWeyerhaeuser Company, one of the world's largest private owners of timberlands, began operations in 1900 and today owns or controls approximately 10.4 million acres of timberlands in the U.S., as well as additional public timberlands managed under long-term licenses in Canada. Weyerhaeuser has been a global leader in sustainability for more than a century and manages 100 percent of its timberlands on a fully sustainable basis in compliance with internationally recognized sustainable forestry standards. Weyerhaeuser is also one of the largest manufacturers of wood products in North America and operates additional business lines around product distribution, climate solutions, real estate, energy and natural resources, among others. In 2024, the company generated $7.1 billion in net sales and employed approximately 9,400 people who serve customers worldwide. Operated as a real estate investment trust, Weyerhaeuser's common stock trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol WY. Learn more at ABOUT FIREFIGHTER BEHAVIORAL HEALTH ALLIANCEFounded in 2010 by Jeff Dill, the Firefighter Behavioral Health Alliance (FBHA) offers educational workshops to firefighters and EMTs across the globe, along with their families. These workshops address behavioral health issues, suicide warning signs, and how to cope after retirement. FBHA is also focused on training medical professionals, EAP organizations, and chaplains about fire and EMS culture in order to provide a better treatment plan for firefighters and EMTs. Learn more at For more information contact: WeyerhaeuserAnalysts – Andy Taylor, 206-539-3907Media – Kyleigh Gill, 206-539-4516 View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Weyerhaeuser Company
Yahoo
7 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Weyerhaeuser, Firefighter Behavioral Health Alliance Partner for Fourth Year to Provide Mental Health Resources for Wildland Firefighters
Fighting Fires Together campaign raises awareness and helps address mental health challenges of wildland firefighting SEATTLE, May 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Weyerhaeuser Company (NYSE: WY) and Firefighter Behavioral Health Alliance (FBHA) today announced an extension of their Fighting Fires Together campaign, a partnership that provides specialized mental health support for wildland firefighters and their families across the Pacific Northwest. Fighting Fires Together, now in its fourth year, addresses the often-overlooked mental health impacts of wildland firefighting in isolated, hazardous and highly stressful conditions. Through a free online resource hub, first responders can find specially designed content, including videos about Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety and suicide prevention, along with mental health tips, educational articles and contacts for occupationally aware support groups and counselors in Oregon, Washington and British Columbia. Weyerhaeuser's support for wildland firefighting efforts in the Pacific Northwest began in the aftermath of the Yacolt Burn in 1902, when the company began advocating for Washington's first forest fire legislation and the funding of community fire prevention education and patrols. Today, as Weyerhaeuser celebrates its 125th anniversary, the company continues to play an active role in fire prevention and response through its forest management operations. Weyerhaeuser employees and contractors receive annual fire readiness training, build fire breaks and containment lines, conduct aerial surveys and deploy tanker trucks, helicopters and quick-response crews to wildland fires. "After launching the Fighting Fires Together campaign with FBHA four years ago, we're proud to continue this effort to support wildland firefighters and their mental health as they work in challenging conditions to protect our communities," says Bill Frings, vice president of Western Timberlands for Weyerhaeuser. "Weyerhaeuser was an early leader in wildfire protection more than a century ago, and we continue to invest in cutting-edge technologies and ongoing training to improve our preparedness strategies. As our wildfire seasons grow longer, we understand it's critical to ensure wildland firefighters have access to the resources they need to carry out this important work." To learn more about Weyerhaeuser's Fighting Fires Together campaign, visit ABOUT WEYERHAEUSERWeyerhaeuser Company, one of the world's largest private owners of timberlands, began operations in 1900 and today owns or controls approximately 10.4 million acres of timberlands in the U.S., as well as additional public timberlands managed under long-term licenses in Canada. Weyerhaeuser has been a global leader in sustainability for more than a century and manages 100 percent of its timberlands on a fully sustainable basis in compliance with internationally recognized sustainable forestry standards. Weyerhaeuser is also one of the largest manufacturers of wood products in North America and operates additional business lines around product distribution, climate solutions, real estate, energy and natural resources, among others. In 2024, the company generated $7.1 billion in net sales and employed approximately 9,400 people who serve customers worldwide. Operated as a real estate investment trust, Weyerhaeuser's common stock trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol WY. Learn more at ABOUT FIREFIGHTER BEHAVIORAL HEALTH ALLIANCEFounded in 2010 by Jeff Dill, the Firefighter Behavioral Health Alliance (FBHA) offers educational workshops to firefighters and EMTs across the globe, along with their families. These workshops address behavioral health issues, suicide warning signs, and how to cope after retirement. FBHA is also focused on training medical professionals, EAP organizations, and chaplains about fire and EMS culture in order to provide a better treatment plan for firefighters and EMTs. Learn more at For more information contact: WeyerhaeuserAnalysts – Andy Taylor, 206-539-3907Media – Kyleigh Gill, 206-539-4516 View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Weyerhaeuser Company Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
11 hours ago
- General
- Yahoo
Ex-policeman sentenced over indecent child images
A former policeman from Exeter has admitted possessing indecent images of children more than three years after he was arrested. John Bramwell, 55, of Causey Gardens, pleaded guilty to three charges of possessing images ranging from category A - the most severe - to category C. Exeter Crown Court heard Bramwell, a former sergeant in Devon and Cornwall Police, served for 22 years as an officer and was in the Royal Engineers for 10 years, where he was a lance corporal. He was sentenced to a 12-month conditional discharge on each count, placed on the sex offenders register for a year and given a Sexual Harm Prevention Order for five years. The court was told Bramwell suffered from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) following an incident during his military service. The judge was told Bramwell was dismissed from the Devon and Cornwall force in 2021 and he now worked as a factory supervisor. The court also heard he downloaded the nine images on to his mobile phone on one occasion on one day in October 2021. Recorder Don Tait said Bramwell had lost his good character. The judge said, as a serving police officer, Bramwell would have known how prevalent such types of offences were. More news stories for Devon Listen to the latest news for Devon Follow BBC Devon on X, Facebook and Instagram. Send your story ideas to spotlight@ Exeter Law Courts
Time Business News
20 hours ago
- Health
- Time Business News
Neurologist vs Psychiatrist: Know the Difference
Since the brain is the center of body control, any malfunction has an impact on everything, including emotions and bodily activity. Psychiatrists and neurologists both study the brain, yet they specialize in distinct fields. You can find the proper professional more quickly if you are aware of these differences. A neurologist is a medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating disorders related to the nervous system. This includes the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves. Conditions like epilepsy, Parkinson's disease, migraines, and multiple sclerosis often require neurological care. Neurologists use advanced imaging, clinical assessments, and lab tests to identify the root cause of symptoms. While they don't perform surgeries, they often work alongside neurosurgeons when surgical intervention is needed. Psychiatrists are trained medical doctors who specialize in mental health. They assess, diagnose, and treat emotional and behavioral disorders such as depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and anxiety. What sets psychiatrists apart from psychologists is their ability to prescribe medication. They often combine pharmacological treatment with psychotherapy or refer patients to clinical psychologists when needed. Both neurologists and psychiatrists begin their journeys in medical school. Afterward, neurologists complete residency programs focused on the nervous system, while psychiatrists undergo specialized training in mental health. Although their foundations are similar, their residency experiences shape their clinical perspectives. Neurologists focus on physical symptoms and disease mechanisms, whereas psychiatrists are trained to explore thought patterns, behavior, and emotions. Neurologists manage a wide range of neurological issues. Common conditions include: Stroke and transient ischemic attacks (TIAs) Epilepsy and seizure disorders Parkinson's disease Migraines and cluster headaches Neuropathy and nerve pain Multiple sclerosis These conditions can be chronic and progressive, requiring lifelong monitoring. Psychiatrists handle mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders. Major depressive disorder Generalized anxiety disorder Schizophrenia Bipolar disorder Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) They often assess how these conditions affect daily functioning and relationships, and develop a treatment plan that might include medications, talk therapy, or hospitalization in severe cases. Neurologists rely heavily on diagnostic imaging such as MRI, CT scans, EEGs, and lumbar punctures to visualize brain and nerve function. These tools help pinpoint physical causes of neurological symptoms. Psychiatrists, on the other hand, focus on detailed clinical interviews, psychological questionnaires, and observation to identify emotional and behavioral patterns. They may also order blood tests to rule out hormonal or metabolic issues affecting mental health. Neurologists typically treat conditions with medications, physical therapy, and sometimes nerve stimulation techniques. For instance, anti-seizure medications are prescribed for epilepsy. Psychiatrists may use medications like antidepressants or antipsychotics, but therapy also plays a large role. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and psychoanalysis are common tools in psychiatric care. Consider seeing a neurologist if you experience persistent or unexplained: Seizures or blackouts Frequent headaches/migraines Memory loss or confusion Muscle weakness or numbness Coordination issues If your symptoms suggest something affecting your nerves or brain physically, a neurologist is the right choice. Ahmedabad has become a destination for neurological and psychiatric care in India. Whether it's for long-term care or second opinions, finding a qualified neurologist in Ahmedabad allows you to get comprehensive care. You might need a psychiatrist if you're dealing with: Long-standing depression or anxiety Panic attacks Hallucinations or delusions Sudden changes in mood or personality Difficulty coping with daily life TIME BUSINESS NEWS
