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Multilevel Factors Associated with Stress in 9-1-1 Telecommunicators

Hwa Young Chae, MPH, PhD, Hendrika Meischke, PhD, MPH

Jun 22, 2021|AEDR 2021 Vol. 9 Issue 1|Original Research

Although diverse factors associated with occupational stress have been examined, little is known about it among 9-1-1 Telecommunicators (TCs). As the first of the first responders, they experience post-traumatic stress disorder due to vicarious trauma and often work long-shifts and overtime. A more comprehensive assessment of the factors associated with stress among TCs is crucial for development of interventions to reduce occupational stress in call centers...

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