Explain how the stressors affect police officers. Learning about the incidence and prevalence of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among police officers is one of the goals of this assignment. You will also develop a stress management curriculum that could be utilized for officers in need of stress management and stress reduction services.
Using the module's readings and the Argosy University online library resources, research the various aspects of stress in the life of a police officer.
Part 1: Stress and Mental Health Functioning
Create a 5- to 6-page paper in a Microsoft Word document addressing the following:
- How might stress be different for male versus female officers?
- How are stressors for law enforcement personnel different from those for other individuals living in the community?
- What are some of the unique stressors encountered in law enforcement?
- Is PTSD more prevalent in law enforcement? If so, why?
- How much do past life events impact current mental health functioning?