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| Suicide epidemic hits corrections officers |
| By clarionledger.com |
| Published: 10/31/2012 |
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National law enforcement and health officials will meet later this year near Boston to review a recent rash of suicides involving prison and jail guards. Concerns are mounting that the guards are struggling with a range of health-related troubles ranging from severe depression to post-traumatic stress disorder. The National Sheriff's Association said the meeting, organized by Massachusetts Sheriff Peter Koutoujian of Middlesex County, represents the first time national authorities will assemble to deal with increasing concerns for officer health and the long-term effects of entire careers spent in daily interaction with dangerous offenders. Read More. |
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