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Cracks Beneath the Surface: The Intersection of Mild Traumatic Brain Injury and PTSD in the UK Police Force and General Population

Lead Research Organisation: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER
Department Name: Psychology

Abstract

research project involves applying mixed methods and advanced statistical models, including thematic analysis, structural equation modelling and machine learning to investigate trauma-related stress in police officers. The aim of this is to better understand, predict and reduce risk of psychological distress in the UK police population. I am particularly interested in the presence of polytrauma (traumatic brain injury, mental health issues and substance use) and how this may compound post-traumatic stress.

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Studentship Projects

Project Reference Relationship Related To Start End Student Name
EP/T518049/1 30/09/2020 29/09/2025
2578143 Studentship EP/T518049/1 30/09/2021 30/03/2025 Nicholas Smith