Psychological therapy for policemen and women especially those who have been involved in traumatic events such as a mass shooting is not readily available, but according to psychologist Dr Faith Harding it is a necessity as police work is associated with a lot of stress and frustration, the effects of which can be felt in the home environment.
In a recent interview with Stabroek News Dr Harding said there is need for at least one therapist within the force to administer therapy sessions to ranks on a weekly basis.
She said there is a saying that policemen are the worst abusers in their homes because of the frustrations of being on the force, the things that they see and the things to which they are exposed. “If you don’t have therapy you can practise some of those behaviours that you are supposed to be
