By Mark Bond, American Military University
In Public Safety
The recent protests that turned into lawlessness in Ferguson, Mo., were disturbing for the entire nation to witness. Law enforcement agencies across the country have been working with community organizers and protesters to keep demonstrations peaceful, but were unsuccessful in Ferguson.
A law enforcement officer serves and protects the community. They are on the front line, trying to keep the community safe and protect local businesses from having property destroyed by mobs with criminal intent.
When officers feel they are failing in that mission, they feel guilt. The pressure-cooker environment that law enforcement officers face during lawlessness and rioting can have long-lasting mental health consequences that can lead to depression and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
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