CRI 158 Mental Health and Law Enforcement
This course will address the practical aspects of mental health disorders frequently encountered by Law Enforcement/ EMT's/ Fire Departments in the field. Topics will include psychological and sociological challenges frequently encountered, such as personality disorders, schizophrenia, paranoia, combative substance abusers, overdose victims, the homeless and their potential diagnoses. The course will address a range of tactics in confronting persons, including awareness of safety issues, engaging the homeless who utilize 911 for health needs; and the challenges and perceptions of agencies and their approach to policies and enforcement.
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CRI