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General strain theory, exposure to violence, and suicide ideation among police officers: A gendered approach

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  • Bishopp, Stephen A.
  • Boots, Denise Paquette

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A wide body of research has demonstrated that police officers are profoundly affected by their exposure to violence and the traumatic events viewed commonly as part of their job duties. Faced with stress, officers learn to adapt by incorporating coping techniques.

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  • Bishopp, Stephen A. & Boots, Denise Paquette, 2014. "General strain theory, exposure to violence, and suicide ideation among police officers: A gendered approach," Journal of Criminal Justice, Elsevier, vol. 42(6), pages 538-548.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:jcjust:v:42:y:2014:i:6:p:538-548
    DOI: 10.1016/j.jcrimjus.2014.09.007
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