Suicide warning signs: What cops need to know
Suicide intervention is one of the most (if not the most) important topics that I teach first responders about. I usually start the class with busting the myths that still […] Read More
Dr. Mariya Dvoskina
What is depression?
Studies estimate a high rate of major depressive disorder (commonly known as simple depression) among police officers, ranging in prevalence from 25% and up to nearly 50% when combined with […] Read More
Process versus outcome thinking
Developing a mentality for success
Imagine this scenario: You’re chasing a suspect along the side of a building and they round the corner a few feet in front of you. When you get to the […] Read More
True detectives: Psychological realities of investigative work
Investigations work comes with a unique set of stressors. On the surface, investigations work, with its “regular hours,” time spent on the computer rather than on the beat and allowance […] Read More
What anxiety is — and what not to do about it
Yes, you read that right: This article tells you what not to do about anxiety. As you will learn, counterintuitively, when it comes to anxiety, trying to fight it will […] Read More
How visual simulation training can activate your trauma
And what to do about it
Visual simulation training is becoming more and more popular among police departments. Some departments also utilize this type of training within re-integration programs after a critical incident or an officer-involved […] Read More
