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Substance Use Disorder - 8016-2 Optimizing Sleep and Mental Health: Neurobiological Strategies for First Responder Recovery

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Brief Description
Optimizing Sleep and Mental Health: Neurobiological Strategies for First Responder Recovery
Full Description
This dynamic training explores the critical role of sleep in mental health,
recovery, and peak performance—especially for first responders. Grounded
in neuroscience, the session examines how disrupted sleep patterns
increase vulnerability to trauma-related disorders, impair judgment, and
elevate physical health risks, including cardiovascular disease. Participants
will learn how to implement accessible, evidence-based interventions such as breathwork, cold exposure, movement, and circadian rhythm regulation to enhance sleep quality and stress resilience. The course also addresses the detrimental effects of alcohol and substance use on sleep architecture,
mental health, and emotional regulation, providing strategies to support
individuals navigating these challenges.

Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:

1. Identify the neurobiological functions of sleep and its relationship to cognitive performance, decision-making, and emotional regulation in high-stress environments.
2. Describe common sleep disruptions among first responders and their impact on mental and physical health, including PTSD and cardiovascular disease.
3. Explain how alcohol and substance use negatively affect sleep cycles, particularly REM sleep, and contribute to increased risk of depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation.
4. Recognize the signs of alcohol and substance misuse in relation to chronic sleep disturbance and emotional dysregulation.
5. Implement practical, evidence-based strategies such as morning routines, breathwork, light exposure, movement, and nutritional supplementation to improve sleep quality and reduce stress.
6. Design personal and professional routines that promote sleep hygiene and resilience while reducing reliance on maladaptive coping mechanisms such as alcohol or stimulants.
Training Dates
01/29/2026 - 01/29/2026
Training Times
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Prerequisites
None Specified
Registration Dates
08/02/2025 - 01/29/2026
Available Seats
21
Hours
1h 30m
Fee
$0.00
Training Location
Virtual Classroom
See Session Information for Meeting Links.
Reporting Instructions
None Specified
Signup Details
To register for the course, contact your Training Manager to register you using the WSCJTC Acadis Portal
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