They Aren't Tough Guys

However, Ross and Alison (1999) emphasize the need for further research on CISD to also consider contextual life factors which may impact upon stress levels and coping strategies.

The police service has begun to recognize the detrimental effects stress can have on its officers and the ways in which stress can be identified and managed.

In order to reduce stress levels in policing there needs to be a conscious move away from the perception that officers are tough and able to cope with anything the job throws at them.