STRESS AND DEFENSE MECHANISMS IN EMERGENCY WORKERS: A COMPREHENSIVE ANALYSIS

Аннотация

Emergency workers, including medical staff, first responders, and rescue teams, are often exposed to high-stress environments that significantly impact their mental health and overall well-being. This article explores the stress conditions faced by individuals working in emergency situations and investigates the defense mechanisms they employ to cope with such stress. It delves into the psychological and emotional responses of emergency workers, the mechanisms that help them protect themselves from mental strain, and the implications of these findings for improving workplace conditions and mental health support systems. Through a review of relevant literature, this study highlights the importance of understanding stress management strategies to maintain thehealth and efficiency of emergency workers. Keywords: Stress, Defense Mechanisms, Emergency Workers, Mental Health, Coping Strategies, Psychological Resilience, First Responders.