THE SILENT STRUGGLE: JOB BURNOUT, SATISFACTION, AND PSYCHOLOGICAL WELLBEING AMONG POLICE OFFICERS
Abstract
Objective: The purpose of this study is to investigate the relationship between police officers' psychological wellbeing, job satisfaction, and job burnout in Kerala, India. Methods: A quantitative research approach is used in this work. A broad sample of police officers from different ranks in Kerala police were given standardized surveys to complete in order to gather data. The Psychological Wellbeing Scale, the Job Satisfaction Survey, and the Maslach Burnout Inventory-Human Services Survey were among the standardized assessment instruments. These relationships were investigated and results were predicted using statistical studies such as path analysis, correlation analysis, and regression analysis. Data analysis utilized SPSS and Smart PLS for statistical computations ensuring rigorous examination of the collected data. Results: The study identified significant correlations between job burnout and psychological wellbeing and job satisfaction among Kerala's police officers. Lesser job burnout was also linked to increased job satisfaction and psychological wellbeing, highlighting the importance in fostering mental health resilience among police officers. These findings contribute to understanding the complex dynamics of job-related stress and satisfaction among law enforcement personnel. Implications: The study emphasizes the necessity of focused initiatives to reduce job burnout and improve police officers' psychological wellbeing, such as stress management courses and encouraging workplace rules. The police force may become more resilient and successful overall by increasing job satisfaction through equitable pay, work-life balance, and mental health support.
Keyword : Job Burnout, Job Satisfaction, Psychological Wellbeing, Police Officers, Kerala, Quantitative Analysis
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