Learn about Dr. Dena M. Owens, National Programs Advisor for the Prisons Division at the National Institute of Corrections (NIC), and her 19+ years of expertise in correctional mental health, trauma-informed care, and crisis intervention.
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Development of Evidence Informed Learning Resources to Promote Staff Wellness, Well-Being, and the Reduction of Staff Trauma and Organizational Stress in Prison and Jail Settings
Correctional officers face some of the most intense workplace stressors in the country—yet the tools designed to support them are often underused, misunderstood, or misaligned with their needs. This new NIC report cuts through the noise with a clear, evidence‑informed roadmap for strengthening staff wellness and reducing trauma in prisons and jails.