Prevalence and Associated Risk Factors For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Among Police Officers In Nairobi, County

Abstract

Although the nature of work for police officers frequently predispose them to traumatic events, limited studies in Kenya have focused on this subject. This study explored the prevalence and associated risk factors for posttraumatic stress disorder among police officers in Kenya. The sample size was 250 adult males and females police officers. The study used census method. Data was analyzed using inferential statistics. Findings showed the prevalence of posttraumatic stress disorder among police officers was at 18.01%. Associated risk factors for PTSD was assessed from socio- demographic questionnaire. Marital status was established as a risk factor for PTSD as observed by an effect strength of partial Eta squared value (ηp^2) = .362. The study recommends the need for psychological services such as trauma counselling and recovery to be provided for police officers.