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Protecting Against Stress & Trauma: Research Lessons for Law Enforcement

June 28, 2019 @ 12:15 pm - 5:00 pm

Increased attention has been given to police officer exposure to traumatic events as well as their prolonged involvement in stressful situations, environments, and working conditions. High stress can have precipitous negative effects on an individual’s mental health—including the onset of mental illnesses such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, and/or anxiety. Moreover, research conducted in other fields of employment have shown that stress and stress-related disorders can cause problems with concentration, memory, and mood, which impacts workplace performance.

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