PSY 271 Psychological Foundations of Police Work

3 hours 

This course is designed to explore and apply psychological principles and practice to the varied police functions in present-day society. Some of the specific topics that will be discussed and critically examined are: the unique psychological stresses of police work and their effect on the police officer, his family and the public; identification and management of the problem police officer; psychological stresses of command; psychology of crowds; riots and their effective control; the application of psychological principles to detective work. The interpersonal psychodynamics of the police with civilian complainants, victims and violent, aggressive individuals will be reviewed in depth.