First Responder Heart Health
Research shows that the two leading causes of stress reported by correctional officers are due to weak or inadequate leadership and other problems with the organization’s structure
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Vision, collaboration, funding and officer buy-in have led to proven results
Given the nature of the work, a job in corrections comes with a particularly high amount of stress
Peer support is an effective means of getting help to officers in need, from other officers who understand their problems
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Anthony Gangi and Russ Hamilton sit down with William Young to discuss the emotional damage that can impact a correctional officer’s mental health and well-being
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