SHOULD A POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER (PTSD) THERAPIST BE ADDED TO SUPPORT OFFICERS OF THE TEMPLE UNIVERSITY POLICE DEPARTMENT AFTER IT’S FIRST LINE-OF-DUTY DEATH?

Issues and
Questions:

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What would the PTSD therapist professional do if
assigned to the Temple University Police Department?

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How soon should an officer have to return to
work?

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When it comes to officers experiencing PTSD,
should it be covered by Worker’s Compensation?

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Should therapy sessions be available around the
clock for the department?

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Implementation of a PTSD program could reduce
personnel callouts or time off.

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When officers address trauma, could it help
their performance long-term?

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Could PTSD therapy reduce the chances of
substance abuse?

Data Required:

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Mental health statistics on police officers
after shooting

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Alcohol and drug abuse, after events such
officer involved deaths

·      
Research statistics on time off from work due to
PTSD

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Liability of officers returning to work too soon

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National data of police officers with PTSD

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Quantitative data of officers that resigned
after traumatic events