Peer Counseling

Peace Officers Fellowship

DENIAL

Where is the line that separates a heavy drinker from an alcoholic? Is there a difference? Some questionnaires and brochures attempt to prescreen whether or not a person is an […] Read More »

The Chaplain's Notebook

LISTENING TO OURSELVES

As we move through the events of each day at work — in custody, on patrol or wherever we find ourselves — we may think we are not touched by […] Read More »

The Chaplain's Notebook

BRAIN FOG

Are you experiencing low energy, fatigue or irritability? Having trouble concentrating? Experiencing headaches, forgetfulness or trouble remembering information? How about low motivation, feelings of hopelessness or mild depression? Do you […] Read More »

From the Docs

LASD STANDS WITH LGBT

The month of June and part of July were filled with lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) Pride celebrations. The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department participated in the celebration and […] Read More »

Peace Officers Fellowship

GOOGLE “ALCOHOLIC COP”

I Google the phrase “alcoholic cop” every few months. The results shed light on several challenges cops face. Undoubtedly, police work is one of the most challenging jobs in the […] Read More »

Peace Officers Fellowship

WHEN IT BEGINS

Where is the fine line that separates a regular drinker from an alcoholic? Is there really a difference? Some questionnaires and brochures attempt to ascertain for people whether or not […] Read More »

From the Docs

WORK/LIFE BALANCE

Having an unbalanced work life can cause stressors that can result in burnout, both mentally and physically. Burnout is the mental and physical exhaustion caused by being overworked or stressed. […] Read More »

Peace Officers Fellowship

THINKING ABOUT QUITTING

Do you drink more than you plan to at times? Perhaps you do at off-training parties or at the end of your shift. You work hard, so you party harder. […] Read More »