📅 June 16, 2026
⏰ 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM
What this webinar is about:
The first 30 days after a traumatic event can change everything. This free live webinar gives first responders the practical knowledge to recognize Acute Stress Disorder (ASD) early — in themselves and the people next to them — and understand what support looks like before stress becomes something harder to carry.
Who This Is For Law enforcement officers, firefighters, EMS providers, correctional officers, and 911 dispatchers across Michigan.
What You’ll Learn
- What Acute Stress Disorder is and how it develops after trauma
- Key symptoms to recognize — in yourself and your team
- The difference between ASD and PTSD and why timing matters
- Practical frontline-level support actions
- Confidential resources available to you right now
Presented by Danielle Taylor, Ph.D. Licensed Psychologist | Assistant Professor, Wayne State University School of Medicine | Clinical Therapist, Wayne Health Psychiatry Hosted by Geoff Lassers
Continuing Education (CE) – This webinar is approved for the following:
- EMS: 1.5 Preparatory CE Credit. Approved by the MDHHS BETP (approval number: 26-ICE-17729)
- 911 Telecommunications: 1 CE Credit Approved by MiSNAP (approval number: FST2026- 6474).
The FST5 Program is diligently working toward continuing education credits for law enforcement, corrections, and the fire service.
Learning objectives:
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
1. Define Acute Stress Disorder and describe its development after trauma.
2. Identify key symptoms and behavioral changes associated with ASD and PTSD.
3. Compare and contrast ASD with PTSD and other trauma reactions.
4. List and describe practical frontline-level support actions that may help individuals in the early phase of trauma response.
5. List clinical and organizational resources for assessment and care.
