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  • Self-defeating Behavior

    What could have come over a prominent politician and cause him to act out in such a self-destructive way? Temporary insanity? A cry for help or attention? An answer to the bedtime prayers of late night TV talk show hosts and stand up comedians...

    Article • June 15th, 2011

  • Dispatching by the Rules

    It’s tough but each call either 9-1-1 or in radio needs to be handled “by the book.” If a citizen asks for an officer, send one. If an officer doesn’t handle the call the way you’d like, oh well.

    Article • June 14th, 2011

  • Elderly Depression and Suicide

    Someone age 65 or over completes suicide every 90 minutes; an average of sixteen deaths a day. Elders account for 20% of all suicides; but they comprise only 12% of the population.

    Article • June 8th, 2011

  • It's In The Bag
    It's In The Bag

    Be ready when you hear the words, "I'm not goin' anywhere!"

    Article • June 6th, 2011

  • Salvaging Police Marriage II

    Simply drifting apart is one of the most inconspicuous ways a relationship can die. It is also one of the most preventable. Staying engaged in a lifelong courtship is one of the surest ways to prevent it.

    Article • June 1st, 2011

  • Building Better Children’s Programs with Public Trust

    Building better children’s programs requires cooperation between many different professional elements. It requires dedication and sound empirical evidence to back that “feeling” prevention works to eliminate a number of long-term risk factors.

    Article • May 25th, 2011

  • Legendary Lawman Henry Plummer
    Legendary Lawman Henry Plummer

    What is most interesting about this man is that his life has been more thoroughly examined in the late 20th Century than it was just following his death.

    Article • May 25th, 2011

  • Reflections on Learning From Our Fallen

    It’s no secret that American police deaths are on the rise. As of today’s date, we’ve lost 71 law enforcement officers in the line of duty in 2011, and seven of them were female.

    Article • May 24th, 2011

  • Insuring Your Personal Finances

    At work, you can give a code for “officer needs assistance” when things go bad, but who covers you at home?

    Article • May 23rd, 2011

  • Embrace ‘the Suck’

    These are especially difficult times for law enforcement. Optimism is hard to come by and maybe doesn’t cut it anymore. Val Van Brocklin discovers from a younger generation of officers a new model for policing and leading during difficult times.

    Article • May 19th, 2011

  • Salvaging The Police Marriage

    The bad news is how common it is for couples to drift apart and “fall out of love.” The good news is how easy it can be for motivated couples to overcome!

    Article • May 18th, 2011

  • Death of a man; Death of a Hero
    Death of a man; Death of a Hero

    Several of Chris’ long-time friends, and motorcycling companions, wanted to pay their respects during the procession but had been told they could not. Understandably, they were upset and reflected Chris’ Celebration had been taken over by...

    Article • May 11th, 2011

  • Your PowerPoint Doesn’t Have to Suck
    Your PowerPoint Doesn’t Have to Suck

    The typical PowerPoint flat lines learner’s brains. Val Van Brocklin explains and shows in simple-to-follow steps how you can make Oscar-winning presentations that get viewers to LISTEN and REMEMBER. Simple? Yes. But lazy trainers need not apply.

    Article • May 10th, 2011

  • The Care and (non)Feeding of Trolls

    The speed and expanse of news dissemination, and the increased democratization of the voices of its consumers, has become both boon and bane of this information age. Know how to effectively add your voice to the new media mix.

    Article • May 3rd, 2011

  • When A Cop is Shot
    When A Cop is Shot

    When a cop is shot, it’s as if the whole family has been struck by the same bullets. Long after the initial surge of compassion and prayer has passed, the family is left alone to deal with the demons Satan has assigned them. Most families will...

    Article • May 3rd, 2011

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