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Office r Jef f McNai r arrived at th e scen e o f a robber y i n progress . Upo n arrival , h e mee ts wit h th e victi m who state s tha t an armed intrude r had entere d hi s hom e wearin g a sk i mas k an d demandin g money . Th e victi m stated tha t th e intrude r then fle d o n foo t throug h th e bac k doo r prio r t o th e officer' s arrival. The suspect is later found and the criminal justice system quickly and efficiently disposes of the case. Officer McNair is forced to make several decisions regarding this case. Should he take a report, should he actively look for the intruder, or should he interview witnesses? Determining what is the best solution to the problem is an important component to an officer's job. This is often referred to as:

Definitions:

Sympathetic Nervous System

Part of the autonomic nervous system responsible for the body's 'fight or flight' response to stressful situations.

Parasympathetic Nervous System

A branch of the autonomic nervous system responsible for conserving energy by slowing down the heart rate and increasing intestinal and gland activity.

Integration

The process of combining parts into a whole, refers to the blending of populations, cultures, or systems.

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

A state of mental distress caused by either experiencing firsthand or witnessing a dreadful occurrence, accompanied by repetitive nightmares, flashbacks, and elevated levels of anxiety.