Exploring Barriers, Facilitators, and Needs Related to Mental Health Promotion for Police Officers: A Qualitative Approach.

ABSTRACT: Police officers are vulnerable to psychological distress and trauma since they are constantly exposed to significant physical and mental violence. Poor mental health can lead to increased healthcare costs for individuals, organizations, and nations and negatively impacts public safety. Mental health interventions tailored to the nature of police work are needed; however, a research gap exists regarding understanding the mental health of police officers. This study aimed to explore the barriers, facilitators, and needs for mental health promotion among police officers. This study adopted a qualitative approach in South Korea. Twelve police officers working in a metropolitan city were recruited using purposive sampling methods. One-on-one interviews were conducted with open-ended questions r

SUBMITTER: Ryu GW 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11789112 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature