SMH ·general ·2 hours ago

New mental health hotline to end police culture of ‘toughing things out’

Queensland Police launched a 24/7 mental health helpline on Tuesday after a 100-day review revealed up to 14 percent of officers suffer post-traumatic stress disorder. The $5.5 million Cop Care service addresses a culture where officers feared seeking help would damage their careers. Police union president Shane Prior said more Queensland officers die by suicide than in.

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