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Coping Strategies to Improve Officer Wellness

By Dr. Michael Pittaro 12/14/2018

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.

Physical and Mental Health Coping Strategies to Improve Officer Wellness by Dr. Michael Pittaro from GIFR on Vimeo.

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For similar certified training webinars, visit Global Institute of Forensic Research (GIFR). If you would like to learn more about GIFR, email services@gifrinc.com.

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By Dr. Chuck Russo 10/15/2018

An increasing number of criminals are conducting their activity online, and law enforcement officers need the skills to keep up. Watch this short video about how American Military University restructured its B.S. in Criminal Justice to focus on digital forensics.

3D-Printed Guns: Regulations and Legal Implications

By Edge Staff 09/17/2018

By Vicky A. Bufano

National controversy arose over whether designs for 3D-printed guns should be made available online, highlighting the need for clear, effective gun laws. Learn more about the issue and why uniform regulation needs to be prioritized.

Catholic Priest Sexual Abuse Report: Why States Need to Change Statute of Limitations Laws

By Edge Staff 09/05/2018

By Dr. Michael Pittaro

The findings of a grand jury investigation in Pennsylvania uncovered decades of horrendous sexual abuse by hundreds of Catholic priests. To bring the accused priests to trial, statute of limitations laws must be changed.

Differences Between a Criminal Justice and Homeland Security Degree

By Glynn Cosker 08/20/2018

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Consequences of the Military Failing to Submit Fingerprints of Convicted Servicemembers

By Edge Staff 08/17/2018

By Dr. Dena Weiss

Despite requirements, many military branches are failing to submit data of convicted servicemembers to the federal government. Learn more about the problem and the consequences to public safety.

How Infants Are Falling Victim to the Opioid Crisis

By Edge Staff 08/16/2018

By Dr. Michael Pittaro and Shanna O’Connor

Babies born to opioid-dependent mothers often battle dangerous withdrawal symptoms and other medical complications. The opioid crisis shows no sign of slowing down and lawmakers must consider how we can best protect these most vulnerable victims.