Self–Reported Stress at Work: A Study of Deputy Sheriffs in Northeastern Ohio

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Main Author: Beshara, John M.
Language:English
Published: Youngstown State University / OhioLINK 2010
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Online Access:http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ysu1299768834
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spelling ndltd-OhioLink-oai-etd.ohiolink.edu-ysu12997688342021-08-03T06:18:11Z Self–Reported Stress at Work: A Study of Deputy Sheriffs in Northeastern Ohio Beshara, John M. Behaviorial Sciences Criminology stress at work <p>Deputy sheriffs' work is especially stressful. This stress takes a toll on the deputies and those people who surround them. There are a number of different sources linked to this stress, ranging from self-induced and organizational, to other causes out of the control of the officer or departments. Over time, this stress can cause the deputies to act out unreasonably, potentially causing destructive outcomes. The inability to cope effectively with stressful events can result in undesirable results including, but not limited to, chronic stress, burnout, and quitting the profession. The purpose of this research is to study how deputies view stress.</p><p>This thesis used a survey design. Overall, deputies reported a number of sources of stress at a medium to high level. "Beyond the Sheriff’s Office control; such as funding / financial / political instability,” is the one rated highest in terms of a source of stress. Factors such as years of experience, education, missed work days, satisfaction level and stress level appear to affect how deputies view stress. Information learned from this thesis can be used by deputies and their departments to better manage the causes and effects of stress.</p> 2010 English text Youngstown State University / OhioLINK http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ysu1299768834 http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ysu1299768834 unrestricted This thesis or dissertation is protected by copyright: all rights reserved. It may not be copied or redistributed beyond the terms of applicable copyright laws.
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Criminology
stress at work
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Criminology
stress at work
Beshara, John M.
Self–Reported Stress at Work: A Study of Deputy Sheriffs in Northeastern Ohio
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title Self–Reported Stress at Work: A Study of Deputy Sheriffs in Northeastern Ohio
title_short Self–Reported Stress at Work: A Study of Deputy Sheriffs in Northeastern Ohio
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title_fullStr Self–Reported Stress at Work: A Study of Deputy Sheriffs in Northeastern Ohio
title_full_unstemmed Self–Reported Stress at Work: A Study of Deputy Sheriffs in Northeastern Ohio
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