Fitness & Health
$500,000 pilot program is aimed at helping staff members and prison residents deal with trauma, burnout and stress
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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
After starting at the jail in November, Dr. Matthew Sachs discovered what he described as “a massive problem” with prescription drug abuse
Fiscal Ofc. Jennifer Simon and Lt. Greg Simon discuss the importance of including civilian staff on peer support teams
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