Is Firefighter’s Fear of Fire a Disability?

<p>Shayn Proler&rsquo;s career with the Houston Fire Department began with dedication and enthusiasm. He joined as a firefighter, embracing the challenging and often perilous responsibilities that came with the job. However, Proler had a unique vulnerability &mdash; a deep-seated fear of fire.</p> <p>This phobia, a condition known as pyrophobia, gradually began to affect his ability to carry out his duties. The fear of fire, which is a firefighter&rsquo;s fundamental adversary, presented a significant hurdle in his daily work life. It impaired his performance and, in his eyes, constituted a disability that required accommodation.</p> <p><a href="https://medium.com/@DrChuckle/is-firefighters-fear-of-fire-a-disability-57e3b4254628"><strong>Read More</strong></a></p>