Page No :465-475
Aresh Naik,
Birla Institute of Technology, Goa
Ramya Warrier
University of Cambridge, United Kingdom;
Bidisha Banerjee,
Birla Institute of Technology, Hyderabad
Police mental well being is of significant concern given that they operate under extreme
conditions. This review analyzes studies investigating their stressors, coping
mechanisms and allied factors. A scoping review protocol based on PRISMA – ScR
guidelines was developed and papers from multiple online databases were sourced.
Eligibility criteria included empirical studies that address mental well being challenges
of police personnel. 47 papers are included in the review including nine qualitative
studies, one intervention study and 37 cross-sectional ones. Results indicate varied
areas of concern including high occupational stress, unhealthy coping, and absence of
organizational support. Proposed future avenues include longitudinal studies, qualitative
research and a policy framework to institutionalize mental well being of Indian police
personnel.