What Are Some of the Unintended Consequences of Budget Cuts

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Essay

What are some of the unintended consequences of budget cuts within police departments? How do budget cuts affect local communities?

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Definitions:

Traditional Value Assumptions

Preexisting beliefs or principles that are deeply ingrained in society and influence behaviors and attitudes.

Organizational Development

A field of research and practice aimed at improving organizational performance and individual development through change processes.

Group Processes

The dynamics and mechanisms through which groups form, operate, and disband, including communication, decision-making, and leadership.

Interpersonal Processes

The mechanisms through which interactions between individuals influence their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.