[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he stress that comes after traumatic events such as mass casualty situations can be overwhelming for those on the front lines of public safety.

But programs such as Hays County’s Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) team can help provide psychological “first aid” to first responders.

Earlier this month, the Hays County CISM was called upon to provide assistance for public servants grieving the death of San Marcos Police officer Kenneth Copeland.

Jeff Barn...