May 24, 2022
Addressing Police Officer Stress: Programs and Practices
Due to the intense nature of police work, officers may experience stress-related psychological health problems. Mental health stigmas, masculine police culture that is aversive to change, fears of lack of confidentiality, and time commitment concerns create barriers to police willingness to seek treatment for stress-related issues. Nevertheless, many departments provide services to address these issues, such as counseling, peer support, and critical incident stress debriefing. In addition, police training helps officers recognize symptoms of stress and develop resilience to stress. Research shows officers are more likely to seek treatment when they feel encouraged and supported by their departments, so it is important to cultivate a police environment that does not stigmatize mental health.
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