We Have Found That Stress Is a Natural Component of Police

question 27

Essay

We have found that stress is a natural component of police work and some stressors in police work are particularly destructive.List and define three areas of stress that affect police officers and discuss how these stressors impact the officers' life.

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Definitions:

Cultural System

The collection of shared beliefs, values, customs, behaviours, and artifacts that the members of society use to cope with their world and with one another.

Collectivism

A cultural value emphasizing the importance of groups and collective goals over individual desires or identities.

Individualism

The principle of being independent and self-reliant, often prioritizing personal goals over group objectives.

Independence

The state or quality of being self-reliant and not dependent on others for decision-making or support.