The article emphasizes the often-overlooked psychological effects of racial trauma on Black police officers. It highlights their struggles in discussing vicarious trauma stemming from witnessing racial violence, exacerbated by the conflicting identities they navigate. While officers strive to perform their duties in a flawed system, they bear the weight of systemic racial issues both in and out of uniform. The discussion calls for an environment that normalizes the emotional responses of Black officers to instances of racial trauma and recognizes their familial roles away from policing.
Truly see Black officers beyond what they present in therapy.
Normalize Black officer's reactions to racially traumatic events as they reconcile their dual identities.
Monitor for signs of stress and vicarious racial trauma as unresolved racial trauma can increase stressors.
Each officer has their own background and identity outside of being an officer.
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