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Police trauma: Officers reveal mental health struggles

Published Wednesday, July 29, 2026 · Updated July 29

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  • More than 100 police officers and staff across the UK have died by suicide since 2022.

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    Former police officers are speaking out about the cumulative trauma they experienced during their service, leading to conditions like complex PTSD, while new initiatives are being implemented to address mental health within police forces. The article highlights the stigma surrounding mental health in policing and the efforts to provide support and track traumatic incidents.

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