Fitness & Health
They are meant for daily and critical decision-making and apply to officers, supervisors and managers in patrol and special operations
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73 defendants are currently in jail awaiting court-mandated mental health treatment before they can stand trial, due to hospital space constraints
Ninety percent of people in the hospitals were charged with or convicted of crimes related to mental illness, including sexually violent predators and those found not guilty by reason of insanity
Defense expert he witnessed Cruz’ “irrational thoughts” last year at the Broward County jail as he fitted his scalp with probes for a scan to map his brain
This free educational enrichment program helps correctional officers re-envision their lives and their work environment
If you’re one of the people actively working on an exit strategy, there are some important things to consider before you tap out
Patience, emotional intelligence and problem-solving are perishable skills, especially when tested daily
The stress of prison work contributes to addiction, burnout and even suicide; however, correctional officer mental health often goes unaddressed
Why first responders should seek treatment as soon as mental health symptoms appear
The dogs are selected for the program based on their temperament and learn 37 different commands over the course of about 14 months
When developing a peer support program, public safety agencies must consider the program from all angles and answer key questions
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