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                        A Police Officers Post Traumatic Stress Related Link
                                "Research has found that hugging a mate {friend} for at least 20 seconds a day and/or holding hands or a brief hand shake reduces stress.
                           Also, petting an animal such as a horse, kitten, puppy, and exercise such as golf, dodge ball, softball, football, etc. reduces stress and depression.
                           Communicating/talking  about what's on our minds and bothering us helps to clear our mind and brings Peace as does forgiveness.
                    
                        National Center for Post Traumatic Stress Disorders
                                "The signs and symptoms of a stress reaction may last a few days, a few weeks, a few months,
                          or longer depending on the severity  of the traumatic event. The understanding and support of
                         loved ones usually cause the stress reactions to pass more quickly.
                                 Occasionally, the traumatic event is so painful that professional assistance may be necessary.
                         This does not imply craziness or weakness. It simply indicates that the particular event was
                         just to powerful for the person to manage by themselves."
                                                                                          Critical Incident Stress Management Team Flyer
                 
                       Tools for Coping
                       "*Communicate with friends and family members. Try to be open with your feelings.
                        *Seek professional help if you feel overwhelmed or in trouble.
                        *Discover and Practice constructive activities that allow you to relieve energy and frustration.
                        *Be involved in activities that you enjoy.
                        *Keep reminding yourself that problems are temporary.
                        *Don't use alcohol, drugs, and don't smoke.
                        *Don't put up with abuse from anyone. Get help immediately.
                        *Don't withdraw. Spend time with your friends.
                        *Be very critical concerning media consumption - TV, Newspapers, books, magazines, movies.
                        *Regularly remind yourself of your strengths and abilities.
                        *Have fun on a regular basis. Plan things you look forward to.
                        *Make sure your personal goals are realistic.
                        *Eat a well balance diet.
                        *Make sure you get  regular athletic activity.
                        *Learn to laugh at life and yourself.
                        *Get enough sleep even if you work third shift and avoid late nights out unless you work third shift.
                        *Admit that certain things are out of your control - such as physical appearance
                                and certain events and make the best of them.
                        *Clearly identify the specific sources of stress in your life and
                                attempt to identify a possible solution for reducing that stress.
                        *Listen to relaxing music.
                        *Consider the importance of religion in your life.
                        *Get involved in clubs and organizations.
                        *Do volunteer work.
                        *Go to events with family and friends.
                        *Be organized.
                        *On a regular basis, spend time alone to think and to plan.
                        *Avoid negative daydreaming.
                        *Remind yourself that most problems are universal and
                                 that others are going through the same problems.
                        *Pursue a hobby or craft that you enjoy and join others who enjoy the same activities.
                        *Use your time wisely..."
                                                     You have a strong mind and you know many more things, too.

                                                                                      A flyer citing  reference to Controlling Stress and Tension, A Holistic Approach by Girdano, D. and Everly, G.