Jasmin Peach, a former Australian police officer, is dedicated to breaking the stigma surrounding mental health within the first responder community. With a qualification as a domestic violence investigator, she shares the challenges and emotional toll of her career. Jasmin entered the police force to help people but soon faced the harsh realities of traumatic experiences, from domestic violence to witnessing families grieve. In this episode, she opens up about the importance of proper training, the need for support systems, and why it’s crucial for officers to seek help when necessary. Tune in to learn how Jasmin’s journey sheds light on the often unseen mental health struggles of first responders.
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