Psychological rehabilitation of law enforcement officers after the use of firearms
Alongside the global evolution in societal relations, characterized by the advancement of democratization and the humanization of the social environment, the protection of citizens’ rights and freedoms has become paramount. In this context, the psychological well-being of law enforcement officers st...
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| author | O. V. Markov Ye. P. Tenenov S. M. Butryk A. М. Kozynets |
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| description | Alongside the global evolution in societal relations, characterized by the advancement of democratization and the humanization of the social environment, the protection of citizens’ rights and freedoms has become paramount. In this context, the psychological well-being of law enforcement officers stands out as a critical concern, shaped by a multitude of factors. The intensity of this issue is magnified in countries experiencing military conflict, as the psychological burden on Ukrainian law enforcement personnel has escalated dramatically due to ongoing warfare.
One of the most pressing concerns in this context is the use of lethal firearms. The professional duties of law enforcement officers are inherently stressful, exposing them to situations that can induce severe psycho-emotional disorders. The high-risk environment in which they operate, coupled with complex moral and ethical dilemmas and strenuous physical demands, highlights the urgent need for comprehensive psychological rehabilitation.
Moreover, the challenges faced by law enforcement officers are not limited to the immediate dangers of their work. They also endure the long-term effects of repeated exposure to traumatic events, which can lead to conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and depression. The societal expectations placed upon them, particularly in times of crisis, further exacerbate the psychological strain, as they are often required to make split-second decisions that can have life-altering consequences.
In addition to addressing these immediate psychological needs, there is a growing recognition of the importance of preventive measures. This includes providing officers with ongoing mental health support, training in stress management techniques, and fostering a work environment that prioritizes psychological resilience. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-e6edea634c6444faa8901065cb10c4122025-08-20T03:24:43ZukrKharkiv National University of Internal AffairsBulletin of Kharkiv National University of Internal Affairs1999-57172617-278X2024-09-01106327728410.32631/v.2024.3.24743Psychological rehabilitation of law enforcement officers after the use of firearmsO. V. Markov0Ye. P. Tenenov1S. M. Butryk2A. М. Kozynets3National Academy of the National Guard of UkraineNational Academy of the National Guard of UkraineNational Academy of the National Guard of UkraineKharkiv National University of Internal AffairsAlongside the global evolution in societal relations, characterized by the advancement of democratization and the humanization of the social environment, the protection of citizens’ rights and freedoms has become paramount. In this context, the psychological well-being of law enforcement officers stands out as a critical concern, shaped by a multitude of factors. The intensity of this issue is magnified in countries experiencing military conflict, as the psychological burden on Ukrainian law enforcement personnel has escalated dramatically due to ongoing warfare. One of the most pressing concerns in this context is the use of lethal firearms. The professional duties of law enforcement officers are inherently stressful, exposing them to situations that can induce severe psycho-emotional disorders. The high-risk environment in which they operate, coupled with complex moral and ethical dilemmas and strenuous physical demands, highlights the urgent need for comprehensive psychological rehabilitation. Moreover, the challenges faced by law enforcement officers are not limited to the immediate dangers of their work. They also endure the long-term effects of repeated exposure to traumatic events, which can lead to conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and depression. The societal expectations placed upon them, particularly in times of crisis, further exacerbate the psychological strain, as they are often required to make split-second decisions that can have life-altering consequences. In addition to addressing these immediate psychological needs, there is a growing recognition of the importance of preventive measures. This includes providing officers with ongoing mental health support, training in stress management techniques, and fostering a work environment that prioritizes psychological resilience.https://visnyk.univd.edu.ua/index.php/VNUAF/article/view/743post-traumatic stresspsychological disorderfirearmspsychological preventionrehabilitation. |
| spellingShingle | O. V. Markov Ye. P. Tenenov S. M. Butryk A. М. Kozynets Psychological rehabilitation of law enforcement officers after the use of firearms Bulletin of Kharkiv National University of Internal Affairs post-traumatic stress psychological disorder firearms psychological prevention rehabilitation. |
| title | Psychological rehabilitation of law enforcement officers after the use of firearms |
| title_full | Psychological rehabilitation of law enforcement officers after the use of firearms |
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| title_short | Psychological rehabilitation of law enforcement officers after the use of firearms |
| title_sort | psychological rehabilitation of law enforcement officers after the use of firearms |
| topic | post-traumatic stress psychological disorder firearms psychological prevention rehabilitation. |
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