Health-Related Problems, Family Breakdown, and Alcoholism Are All Potential Results

question 31

Multiple Choice

Health-related problems, family breakdown, and alcoholism are all potential results of what aspect of police work?

• A) extreme overwork, including more than 80 hours a week
• B) exposure to critical or traumatic incidents
• C) stress related to the constant potential for violence
• D) the continual threat of sexual harassment in the workplace

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Definitions:

Bowlby and Ainsworth

Refers to John Bowlby and Mary Ainsworth, psychologists known for their work in developing attachment theory.

Birth Order

The theory that the order in which a child is born into a family can influence their personality and psychological development.

Safeguarding Tendencies

Psychological mechanisms that individuals employ to protect their self-esteem or ego from threats and anxiety.

Neurotic Trends

Patterns of thought, emotion, and behavior that are maladaptive and often stem from unresolved psychological conflicts.