This class explores how a person's psychology and physiology are affected in high-stress situations, such as armed confrontations. The course delves into the psychological effects of adrenaline, fear, and combat stress, including fight-or-flight responses, memory recall, and decision-making under pressure. It also addresses the physiological effects, such as increased heart rate, fine motor skill degradation, and heightened sensory awareness. Students learn how these responses can affect performance during and after an engagement, including the potential for post-traumatic stress. The class aims to equip participants with coping strategies, stress management techniques, and ways to optimize performance, helping them better prepare for the mental and physical demands of real-world firearm encounters.

Course Curriculum

· Psychological and physiological effects of firearm engagements

· Adrenaline, fight-or-flight responses, and their impact on decision-making

· Physiological changes: heart rate, tunnel vision, and motor skill loss

· The effect of stress on cognitive functions and situational awareness

· Coping strategies, mental preparation, and stress management techniques

· Post-traumatic stress, recovery, and rebuilding resilience after an engagement

· Real-world examples and case studies on managing stress in critical situations

· Importance of debriefing and peer support after a firearm encounter

Who is the course for?

· For anyone considering using a firearm for self defense

· Ideal for anyone that has been through an engagement with firearms

· Anyone employed in law enforcement, military, or security services

Prerequisites

Recommended 18 years or older.