By Mark Bond, American Military University
In Public Safety
Depression in police work is a silent killer. Depression can be stealth, even for the most resilient officer, and can take a physical and mental toll on the mind and body if it goes unrecognized and untreated. Unfortunately, the silence within police culture discourages the acknowledgment of depression and mental illness. This silence cannot continue.
Every year, just as many officers die by their own hand as do officers killed in the line of duty. Yet, the silence continues.
It’s Time to Acknowledge All Fallen Officers
The United States military lives by a code that they leave no man behind, no matter the cost. Everyone comes home. It is time to bring all fallen police officers home, regardless of the manner in which they died.
Full Story: Police Depression: The Silent Killer
