Improving stress management for correctional officers in jails
Harnessing implementation science to study stress management for correctional officers in jail settings
This study is all about finding better ways to help correctional officers manage stress from their tough jobs, so they can feel healthier and happier at work.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of Arkansas for Med Scis NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Little Rock, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10808531 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing and implementing effective stress management strategies for correctional officers working in jails, who often face high levels of stress due to their challenging work environment. The project will involve identifying the barriers and facilitators to implementing these strategies through interviews and evaluations. By using evidence-based quality improvement methods, the research aims to create a supportive framework that can enhance the mental health and well-being of correctional officers. The findings could lead to better practices in managing stress in correctional settings.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research are correctional officers working in jail settings, particularly those experiencing high levels of stress.
Not a fit: Patients who are not correctional officers or who do not work in jail settings may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the mental health and job satisfaction of correctional officers, leading to better outcomes for both staff and detainees.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in implementing stress management interventions in high-stress occupations, suggesting that this approach could be effective in correctional settings as well.
Where this research is happening
Little Rock, United States
- Univ of Arkansas for Med Scis — Little Rock, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gorvine, Margaret — Univ of Arkansas for Med Scis
- Study coordinator: Gorvine, Margaret
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.