Using data that reflects the reality of the policing profession, SECURE Analytics focuses on identifying patterns in how officers respond to the abnormal circumstances they face daily. Through facial perception processing, the tool captures subtle nonverbal cues, such as microexpressions, that may reveal underlying emotions like fear, anger, or sadness. These emotions, when left unaddressed, can contribute to the development of dysfunctional coping strategies, such as emotional suppression or avoidance.

SECURE Analytics also evaluates how officers process and integrate their emotional experiences. This is critical in a profession where constant exposure to traumatic events can disrupt the natural healing process. By analyzing trends in emotional processing—such as difficulties in acknowledgment, understanding, acceptance, or transformation—the system identifies areas where an officer may be struggling to cope effectively.

In addition, the platform assesses emotional intelligence components like self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management. These measurements are essential for understanding how officers manage their emotions in high-stress environments. Deficiencies in these areas can lead to impulsive reactions or difficulties in social interactions, which are common in a profession where abnormal situations are the norm.

Moreover, SECURE Analytics provides insights into communication patterns, particularly in high-stakes situations. Officers who habitually avoid crucial conversations or exhibit defensive or passive-aggressive behaviors may be exhibiting signs of stress or trauma. Identifying these patterns helps highlight communication breakdowns that can lead to further dysfunction.

The system also tracks somatic symptoms, which often manifest as a result of unresolved trauma. Chronic tension, hypervigilance, and other physical symptoms are common in police officers who have been repeatedly exposed to traumatic events. Recognizing the microexpression of these symptoms is crucial for understanding the full impact of their work environment on their physical and psychological health.

Lastly, SECURE Analytics evaluates the psychological safety of the officer’s environment. In an environment where psychological safety is compromised, officers may develop dysfunctional coping strategies as a means of self-protection. For instance, if officers do not feel safe to voice concerns or challenge the status quo, they may resort to behaviors that are detrimental to their mental health and professional effectiveness.

Given the data-driven foundation of SECURE Analytics, the tool categorizes officers on the Police Life Cycle based on their current psychological, emotional, and somatic state, as well as their experience of psychological safety.

This categorization is primarily descriptive, capturing what is already known within the profession. However, it also lays the foundation for predictive analytics by identifying patterns that can signal potential future challenges. For example, an officer who frequently displays signs of fear, struggles with emotional integration, avoids crucial conversations, and exhibits somatic symptoms of trauma may be placed in the "Settling In" or "Frustration" stages of the life cycle. These stages not only reflect the current state but also indicate a heightened risk for future issues, signaling a need for immediate and targeted intervention.

The placement on the life cycle is dynamic, with SECURE Analytics continuously summarizing and updating the officer’s data. This ensures that the life cycle placement accurately reflects the officer's evolving state, helping to identify when they may be at risk of further dysfunction and when they are ready to move towards recovery.

Once an officer's stage on the life cycle has been determined, SECURE Analytics generates a prescriptive training program tailored to the officer's specific needs. This program is grounded in the understanding that police officers must dishabituate to their environment to recover from the effects of constant exposure to abnormal circumstances. The concept of neuroplasticity is central to this approach, as it allows officers to rewire their brains to respond more adaptively to their environment.

For officers in the early stages of "settling in," which is a subtle form of resistance to anger, the program might focus on improving self-awareness, self-management, and communication skills. These interventions aim to help officers recognize and address the early signs of dysfunction before they become more deeply entrenched. The training also incorporates techniques that help officers see their environment with fresh eyes, promoting dishabituation and encouraging healthier coping strategies.

For officers in more advanced stages of frustration, such as "rejection," which is a more pronounced state of anger, the training program would include trauma-informed care that addresses both psychological and somatic symptoms of trauma. This might involve somatic experiencing, a therapeutic approach that focuses on the body’s role in processing trauma, alongside intensive communication training. The goal is to help officers re-engage with their environment in a way that promotes healing and resilience.

The prescriptive training program is adaptive and evolves as the officer progresses through the life cycle stages. SECURE Analytics ensures that the program remains relevant by continuously updating the officer’s profile with new data, allowing for timely adjustments to the training plan.

Through descriptive analytics, SECURE Analytics provides a clear and detailed understanding of dysfunctional coping strategies in police officers. By leveraging existing knowledge within the profession and focusing on neuroplasticity to promote dishabituation, the system helps officers recover from the impact of their work environment. This approach ensures the overall well-being of officers and enhances the effectiveness and health of the policing community.