Send Backup! - Dr. Paul Conway

Send Backup with Dr. Paul Conway: In this eye-opening episode of 'Harmless the Podcast,' host Eric Oldenburg speaks with Dr. Paul Conway, an associate professor of psychology at the University of Southampton. They delve into Dr. Conway's groundbreaking study on the mental health impacts, particularly moral injury, experienced by UK police officers and staff investigating child sexual abuse material (CSAM). The discussion touches on how different factors such as workplace culture, support systems, and coping mechanisms significantly affect the mental well-being of these professionals. The episode sheds light on surprising findings like the relatively minor role of direct exposure to the material and the critical importance of organizational support, while also discussing potential solutions for better mental health outcomes in this challenging line of work.