Coping Strategies to Improve Officer Wellness

American Military University’s Dr. Michael Pittaro recently presented a webinar training on “Physical and Mental Health Coping Strategies to Improve Officer Wellness” for the Global Institute of Forensic Research. During the in-depth training session, Pittaro discusses how work-related stressors and trauma can often become overwhelming and lead law enforcement and corrections officers down unhealthy and destructive paths. Watch the full recording of the webinar below to learn how an integrated approach can help officers manage the inherent demands of the profession and maintain a healthy balance at work and at home.

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About the Author:

Dr. Michael Pittaro is Associate Professor of Criminal Justice with American Military University and an adjunct professor of criminal justice with East Stroudsburg University. Before pursuing a career in higher education, he has worked in corrections administration; has served as the Executive Director of an outpatient drug and alcohol facility; and as Executive Director of a drug and alcohol prevention agency. He has been teaching for the past 17 years while also serving internationally as an author, editor, presenter, and subject matter expert. Dr. Pittaro holds a BS in Criminal Justice (Who’s Who Among University Students – 1989); an MPA in Public Administration (Summa Cum Laude); and a PhD in criminal justice (4.0 GPA – Summa Cum Laude). Dr. Pittaro is the recipient of several awards for his university service, including the 2018 Outstanding Faculty of the Year Award, the most prestigious faculty award presented by American Military University. He resides in Nazareth, Pennsylvania with his two sons (Dakota and Darrian).

He can be reached at: [email protected]