TESTOSTERONE – an often-Overlooked Factor influencing DEPRESSION

The Erosion of Resilience Testosterone plays a major role in men’s physical, psychological, emotional, and sexual health throughout the life span. Testosterone is the primary male sex hormone, but it affects much more than just libido! Recent research indicates combat veterans, police officers, and first responders in general who have experienced traumatic events have lower… Continue reading TESTOSTERONE – an often-Overlooked Factor influencing DEPRESSION

Veterans Who Want to Build a Business Should Know These Strategic Moves

Starting a business isn’t just about making a living but building something that matters. For veterans, it’s a chance to take the skills they’ve honed in the military (e.g., leadership, discipline, problem-solving) and use them in a whole new way. Nevertheless, stepping into the business world can feel like jumping into the deep end without… Continue reading Veterans Who Want to Build a Business Should Know These Strategic Moves

Going Back to School: 5 Benefits for Retired Police Officers

author – Harold Gardner’s retirement didn’t turn out the way he expected due to failed plans and the pandemic. Disappointed at first, he came around and found joy in fishing alone, joining a virtual book club, and taking short, safe road trips with his wife, Nancy. Harold created the Retired to Inspired platform in the… Continue reading Going Back to School: 5 Benefits for Retired Police Officers

WHAT CAUSES DEPRESSION?

A cursory search of the web and a two-minute consultation with “Doctor Google” will produce lots of answers to the question, “What causes depression?” Before that question can be answered it would seem reasonable to try to define the main topic. That is, what is depression? Unfortunately, the answer will depend on who you ask.… Continue reading WHAT CAUSES DEPRESSION?

Divorce and who gets the child(ren).

author – Randy Robinson Randy graduated from the University of Maine with a degree in political science in 1991 and then from the University of Maine School of Law. He is an Army veteran and describes himself as a strong second amendment supporter. He has been in private practice since 2002. While he practices in… Continue reading Divorce and who gets the child(ren).

A Conversation with Deputy Chief JoAnne Fisk

JoAnne Fisk began her career in public service as many in law enforcement do, somewhat by happenstance and entirely unintentionally. But what started as a dare for her quickly became a life-long passion to help people. Her career now spanning four decades, JoAnne Fisk the Deputy Chief of Biddeford Police Department is showing no signs… Continue reading A Conversation with Deputy Chief JoAnne Fisk