Mental health programming for law enforcement: a first look at trends and perceptions of effectiveness

• Published in: Journal of crime & justice Vol. 45; no. 5; pp. 552 - 566
• Main Authors: Bonner, Heidi S., Crowe, Allison
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Abingdon Routledge 20.10.2022; Taylor & Francis Ltd
• Subjects: Law enforcement; Mental health; mental health programming; Mental wellness; Mentoring programs; Perceptions; Police departments; Stress; United States > US

Traumatic events, irregular shifts, and other job-related stressors impact the mental health of law enforcement officers. However, little information exists regarding the availability and perceptions of the effectiveness of mental wellness programming and resources in police departments and sheriff&...