Research Brief

Addressing Moral Injury in Law Enforcement

Law Enforcement
Research Brief
moral injury in law enforcement white paper

Download the research brief to learn:

  • What moral injury is 
  • Strategies for addressing and preventing moral injury  
  • Symptoms of burnout, traumatic stress, compassion fatigue 
  • Identify if you or a fellow officer are experiencing moral injury, compassion fatigue, traumatic stress, or burnout by leveraging a checklist 

About this research brief

Police officers routinely encounter violent and traumatic events as part of their jobs. In some instances, officers may be faced with a situation that deeply contradicts their own personal beliefs or moral code, causing a condition known as moral injury.  

It’s important to protect the mental health of officers by equipping them with knowledge on how to identify and address moral injury.

Download Now