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Kirschman, Ellen Freeman was born on September 25, 1939 in New York City. Daughter of Lewis and Dorothy (Freeman) Kirschman.
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How can fire fighter families manage the stress that comes with life in the service? How do you keep a grip on fears and worries during long hours of separation from your spouse? Where can you turn when times get tough? With this practical, no-nonsense, yet compassionate guide, Dr. Ellen Kirschman provides the first self-help book written to address the questions and concerns of today's fire fighter families. From the effects of shift work on your marriage, to the emotional side of physical injuries and trauma, to ways to deal with job pressures and resolve conflicts at home, read on to see what you can do to help yourself, your mate, and your children navigate the highs and lows of "the best job in the world."
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( Will police work change the person you love? Are police...)
Will police work change the person you love? Are police marriages destined to fail? What are the chances of your loved one being killed in the line of duty? Separating fact from myth, Dr. Ellen Kirschman answers these and other critical questions in the first comprehensive self-help book created specifically for today's police families. In information-filled chapters, readers will go behind the scenes with other police families as they discuss the benefits and pitfalls of police work; learn how to manage the effects of organizational stress and the pressures of unpredictable schedules, long hours and loneliness; gain awareness of the emotional, physical, and behavioral warning signs which can lead to such extreme situations as posttraumatic stress, alcoholism, suicide and domestic violence; find out where families can go for help and counseling; and get an inside look at cop couples and the special challenges facing women, minorities, and gays and lesbians on the force.
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Nothing worth doing is easy--and that includes loving a cop. Being a member of the law enforcement community is a source of pride for officers and families alike. But long hours, unpredictable shifts, and the crisis-driven nature of the profession can turn life on the home front into an emotional roller coaster. Dr. Ellen Kirschman, a psychologist who's worked with police officers for more than 30 years, gives you practical ways to deal with the challenges that come with the territory. Packed with stories from cops and their significant others, this book explains how to reduce spillover from on-the-job stress and cope with loneliness or worry during extended deployments. Dr. Kirschman acknowledges the tough realities of 21st-century law enforcement and offers frank, realistic suggestions for handling serious issues like alcohol abuse and domestic violence. She also covers special topics for women and minorities on the force. Whether you read it from cover to cover or reach for it when problems arise, I Love a Cop is an indispensable tool that everyone in your family can depend on. Mental health professionals, see also Counseling Cops: What Clinicians Need to Know, by Ellen Kirschman, Mark Kamena, and Joel Fay.
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Kirschman, Ellen Freeman was born on September 25, 1939 in New York City. Daughter of Lewis and Dorothy (Freeman) Kirschman.
Bachelor in Dance, Adelphi University, 1961. Master of Social Work, University California, Berkeley, 1970. Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology, Wright Institute, 1983.
Probation officer, Alameda County, Oakland, California, 1966-1968; with department psychiatry, Kaiser Permanente, Redwood City, California, 1970-1978; instructor, Canada College, Redwood City, California, 1977-1978; private practice, Oakland, since 1980. Instructor Peace Officers Standards and Training, California, since 1985, Criminal Justice Training Center, San Jose, California Police and Dispatch Acads., 1986-1992,California Specialized Training Institute, 1988-1991. Consultant San Jose Police Comm.,1990-1992, Palo Alto (California) Police, since 1983, Palo Alto Fire Department, since 1991, others.
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Member APA, International Association Chiefs of Police (psychological services committee), California Peace Officers Association (associate), American Critical Incident Foundation, Leadership American.