ABSTRACT

The police profession involves numerous risk factors which can have an impact on the officers’ health. Delivering death notifications is one of the most stressful tasks with lack of training and poor aftercare. We analyzed data of 142 German officers regarding their experiences with death notifications, use of aftercare, and access to training. Officers feel most stressed by the interaction with the bereaved and the subjectively perceived lack of competence in dealing with them. Three-quarters would like more support after stressful operations, and over 80% reported the need of aftercare, although this is only offered to 40%. Support services as well as training are rarely used, due to lack of trust and fear of stigmatization. Content perceived as helpful for future training could be identified. The results clearly show the challenges of the police profession and highlight the lack of aftercare. Training and adequate support must be provided and become accessible.

摘要

警察职业涉及许多可能影响警官健康的风险因素。由于缺乏培训和善后护理，提供死亡通知是压力最大的任务之一。我们分析了 142 名德国军官的数据，了解他们在死亡通知、善后护理的使用和接受培训方面的经历。与死者的互动以及主观上认为缺乏与他们打交道的能力，官员们感到压力最大。四分之三的人在紧张的手术后希望获得更多支持，超过 80% 的人表示需要后期护理，尽管只有 40% 的人会这样做。由于缺乏信任和害怕被污名化，很少使用支持服务和培训。可以识别被认为对未来培训有帮助的内容。结果清楚地表明了警察职业的挑战，并突出了缺乏善后服务。必须提供培训和充分的支持并使其易于获得。