When it pays to care — How psychosocial support can change a police officer's journey
When a police officer experiences trauma on duty, the path to recovery can take dramatically different turns depending on how psychosocial factors are identified and addressed.
The sound of gunfire during a routine call-out marks the moment everything changed. In those few seconds, Tom — a respected police officer with 20 years of exemplary service— is forced to discharge his weapon. Contrasting versions of a 'poorly-managed' versus a 'well-managed' scenario reveals how evidence-informed practices can dramatically influence recovery outcomes. This case study illustrates the key principles from ...