Public safety personnel (PSP) are at an elevated risk of being diagnosed with one or more mental illnesses. The source article highlights the high susceptibility of RCMP officers to various mental illnesses. The prevalence of mental illness among RCMP officers is higher than documented in previous research (64.7% vs. 50.2%) and various personal factors appear to be associated with heightened risk for mental illness. This research highlights and emphasizes the need for additional evidence-based mental health supports for RCMP officers to enhance their well-being and safety.
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