Detective Stephanie Blitz with the Largo Police Department is at the forefront of a crucial conversation about mental health in law enforcement. Reflecting on the challenges faced by first responders, Blitz emphasizes the emotional toll that the profession takes.
“It’s extremely hard. You have to emotionally shut it off a little bit,” she shared, as she highlights the pressing need for more open discussions about mental well-being among officers.
Blitz’s journey took a significant turn on August 1, 2020, when an incident during duty forced her to confront her emotional resilience…