Mind armor Flashcards
What affects the physiology of stress?
Affected by perception and/or substances;
What are some common physiological reactions?
Blood moves to skeleton; blood coagulability increases; glucose released from liver; digestion is inhibited; tissue is broken down for energy; blood vessels constrict except for heart and lungs
What is the inverted U theory?
Used to help people measure the relationship between pressure and performance
How many stress-conditions are there?
5; white, yellow, orange, red, black
White condition
Unaware and unprepared
Condition yellow
Relaxed, but alert; can recognizes problem if it occurs
Who introduced the general adaptation syndrome?
Hans Selye, 1936
What are the 3 phases of adaptation?
Alarm; resistance; exhaustion
Alarm phase
Fight, flight, or freeze stage; can cause increased heart rate and respiration
Resistance phase
Source of stress may be resolved, but the body is creating a long-term protective mechanism; can cause anxiousness and irritability.
Exhaustion phase
Final stage where energy supply is depleted; most dangerous to officers health
What are some effects of stress on police officers?
PTSD; emotional detachment; suicide; reduced morale; marital problems; excessive aggressiveness
How many officer suicides were there between 2020-2021?
2020-176
2021-157
What are the steps for aidlife
Ask questions; intervene; don’t keep secrets; locate help; involve command; find company; expedite help
What is critical incident stress?
Stress when an individual is involved in traumatic event
