Sleep deprivation is a common issue among law enforcement personnel, especially with shift work, ongoing staffing shortages and increased overtime. Occasionally not sleeping well is OK; however, chronic sleep deprivation […] Read More »
Returning to work after receiving substance abuse treatment can be both exciting and challenging. Not only is returning to work important for financial stability, but it also provides a sense […] Read More »
Hopefully last month’s edition of “From the Docs” helped to get you thinking about how your own experience with loss can impact your daily interactions with others while on duty. […] Read More »
As a law enforcement psychologist, I have had the opportunity to connect with a great resource in the Los Angeles area to help navigate the loss of a loved one. […] Read More »
Social drinking is common in law enforcement culture. As members of law enforcement, officers also have a unique responsibility to model behavior and enforce laws related to drinking and driving. […] Read More »
Age-related changes in our physical and mental abilities are a normal part of the life cycle. Technology and access to a world-class health care system, among other things, have helped […] Read More »
People quit drinking every day. Some of them have lost more than you have and have engaged in more fights and arguments, and experienced worse hangovers. That is not to […] Read More »
In 1915, Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae, a Canadian physician, wrote the poem, “In Flanders Fields.” The opening lines refer to fields of poppies growing among soldiers’ graves: In Flanders fields […] Read More »
When you discovered alcohol, did you need it to enjoy yourself before socializing? As we age, we often see those around us drinking in social situations. As we rarely attend […] Read More »
What is work-life balance (WLB)? And, can we even truly achieve it? There is no exact definition that’s mutually agreed upon for WLB. However, for the purpose of this article, […] Read More »
