Recognize signs of distress in criminal justice professionals.

Recognizing signs should include

• post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• substance abuse (e.g., alcohol, drugs)
• depression
• physical abuse
• excessive force complaints
• tombstone courage
• excessive emotion and/or unusual emotional responses.

Process/Skill Questions:

• What is an employee assistance program?
• What is the difference between PTSD and cumulative PTSD?
• What are trauma-related disorders that are common among criminal justice professionals?
• What resources are available for criminal justice professionals?
• What excessive stresses are created by undercover work?