治疗犬正在帮助美国第一反应者管理精神压力和创伤后应激障碍,目前有480多个经认证的小组在全国开展活动。 Therapy dogs are helping U.S. first responders manage stress and PTSD, with over 480 certified teams now active nationwide.

美国各地的第一反应者越来越多地转向治疗犬,以对付压力、焦虑和创伤后应激障碍,创伤性呼叫和长期轮班加剧了这些状况。 First responders across the U.S. are increasingly turning to therapy dogs to cope with stress, anxiety, and PTSD, conditions exacerbated by traumatic calls and long shifts. 自2021年以来,海迪·卡曼(Heidi Carman)的非营利组织《第一反应治疗犬》认证了46个州的480多个治疗犬团队,为消防员、警官、护理人员和调度人员提供情感支持。 Since 2021, Heidi Carman’s nonprofit, First Responder Therapy Dogs, has certified over 480 therapy dog teams in 46 states, providing emotional support to firefighters, police officers, paramedics, and dispatchers. 受到她的狗 Kerith 在悲惨电话后平静的存在的启发，该计划通过训练有素的狗提供低门槛、富有同情心的护理，有助于减少压力荷尔蒙、降低血压并鼓励情感表达。 Inspired by her dog Kerith’s calming presence after a tragic call, the program offers low-barrier, compassionate care through trained dogs that help reduce stress hormones, lower blood pressure, and encourage emotional expression. 随着小组走访应急单位和灾害现场,该倡议支持往往不愿寻求帮助的人群的心理健康。 With teams visiting emergency units and disaster sites, the initiative supports mental well-being in a population often reluctant to seek help.