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Ranking police stressors

J M Violanti1, F Aron

  • 1Department of Criminal Justice, Rochester Institute of Technology, New York 14623.

Psychological Reports
|October 1, 1994
PubMed
Summary

This study identified the primary stressors police officers face using Spielberger's Police Stress Survey. Findings highlight key challenges impacting law enforcement well-being and performance.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Criminology
  • Occupational Health

Background:

  • Police officers experience significant occupational stress.
  • Understanding these stressors is crucial for officer well-being and public safety.
  • Previous research has identified various sources of police stress.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify and rank the most significant stressors experienced by police officers.
  • To provide data that can inform interventions aimed at reducing police stress.
  • To contribute to the literature on occupational psychology within law enforcement.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized Spielberger's Police Stress Survey for data collection.
  • Administered the survey to a sample of 103 police officers.
  • Analyzed responses to determine the prevalence and severity of various stressors.

Main Results:

  • Identified and ranked the top police stressors based on officer self-reports.
  • Specific stressors contributing to the occupational burden were elucidated.
  • The survey provided a clear hierarchy of challenges faced by the sampled officers.

Conclusions:

  • The study successfully ranked police stressors, offering valuable insights.
  • Findings can guide the development of targeted support systems for police personnel.
  • Addressing these identified stressors is essential for enhancing the resilience and effectiveness of law enforcement.

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