Abstract
This chapter discusses how manifestations of trauma in police custody – such as addiction, mental health symptoms, physical aggression, verbal abuse, difficulties processing speech, self-harm, and dissociation – may often be linked to undigested childhood trauma. This chapter provides a brief overview of interpersonal neurobiology, state-dependent functioning, polyvagal theory, and traumatic re-enactment, calling for comprehensive training for all police officers on these matters.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Police Custody in Ireland |
| Publisher | Taylor and Francis |
| Pages | 62-92 |
| Number of pages | 31 |
| ISBN (Electronic) | 9781003850977 |
| ISBN (Print) | 9781032469713 |
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| Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 2024 |