Research Has Shown That When Considering Mental Health Services, Many

question 27

Multiple Choice

Research has shown that when considering mental health services, many police officers prefer to work with ______.

• A) competent mental health professionals who are not officers
• B) officers who have received training in critical incidents stress debriefing
• C) peer counselors who understand the cycle of violence
• D) same-gender professionals

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Definitions:

Task Maturity

Having the skill set necessary to complete a job, as well as the ability to set and meet realistic goals and the ability to take on responsibility for the task.

Seniority

The concept of giving priority to individuals based on their length of service or time spent in a position or organization.

Overloading

The situation wherein a system or individual is given more work or responsibility than they can manage.

Underutilizing

Not making the most effective or efficient use of resources, employees, or capabilities.