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The impact and implications of interpersonal criticism for police executives

Description: A series of focus groups comprised of 616 police executives considered the issues and implications of vocationally-based, interpersonal criticism. Policing is an occupation that is inherently exposed to criticism and conflict. Those charged with leading and managing police organizations often report significant exposure to criticism-prone circumstances. The participants collectively reported that criticism is indeed an adverse factor that can influence their physical health, psychological well-being, and vocation. Considerations regarding the impact of interpersonal criticism and suggestions from the participants for better handling criticism are discussed.

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Garner, Randy (2010). The impact and implications of interpersonal criticism for police executives [Electronic Version]. Applied Psychology in Criminal Justice, 6(2), 104-113.

Keywords: Criticism, Feedback, Interpersonal Stress, Interpersonal Criticism, Police Executives, Leadership, Management

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