Original paper

Stress Reactivity and Cognitive Performance in a Simulated Firefighting Emergency

Volume: 84, Issue: 6, Pages: 592 - 599
Published: Jun 1, 2013
Abstract
During emergencies maladaptive behavior can reduce survival. This study compared the effects of a basic firefighter training course on 21 volunteers (with no firefighting experience) with age and gender-matched controls.Stress reactivity (salivary cortisol and anxiety) were monitored across the course: day 1 (classroom), day 2 (physical equipment training), and day 3 (simulated fire emergency). Cognitive performance (visual attention,...
Paper Details
Title
Stress Reactivity and Cognitive Performance in a Simulated Firefighting Emergency
Published Date
Jun 1, 2013
Volume
84
Issue
6
Pages
592 - 599
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