Mental health – stress management for first responders through augmented reality in disasters

<< Objectives >>MentaStress project aims to improve mental health and stress management for first responders using augmented reality in crises. Objectives include creating learning materials from past emergencies, developing a multilingual platform for stress management, providing augmented reality training, validating training in 5 EU countries, creating a stress management guide, and sharing knowledge from past disasters. The goal is to enhance first responders' efficiency and well-being during disasters.<< Implementation >>MentaStress, spanning 24 months with 9 partners from 7 EU countries, involves activities across 5 WPs, including developing an e-learning platform and augmented reality tool, conducting research, translations, and promotions. Five pilots will be carried by first responders. Events like seminars and webinars will engage target groups, supported by a clear methodology for implementation, inclusivity, promotion, and sustainability actions, ensuring effective execution and broad involvement.<< Results >>MentaStress aims to introduce innovative training for first responders using augmented reality, enhancing stress management during crises. Expected outcomes include influencing health and crisis management policies at national and EU levels, fostering cross-sector cooperation, providing scalable, transferable training solutions. These efforts contribute significantly to improving crisis response and mental health support, ensuring a lasting impact on first responders and the wider community.