PREVENTIVE PSYCHOLOGICAL SUPPORT FOR PUBLIC SECURITY AGENTS

Abstract

The present study is purpose perform a critical analysis, aiming to understand the risks of psychic illness to which the safety professionals are submitted, as well as the possibilities to minimize such risks of preventive actions. It was possible to conclude that the professional who works in public security presents high risks to mental health. It was observed that among the most significant impacts reported by professionals in their work are the risk of life to which they are subjected, the death of work partners, traumatic situations and the need to carry out external activities as a complement to income. As for mental health services in the country's security institutions, it was observed that in addition to the fact that there is no psychological support service in all institutions, in those where this service exists, there are several barriers for professionals to access, in addition to actions that prioritize crisis situations, with no preventive action. Finally, it was concluded that there was a need to expand the focus of existing services and create these services in places where they do not exist, focusing mainly on preventive actions, such as offering psychological support to security professionals.