On-SIte Program for the 2023 ATRA Annual Conference September 9 - 12, 2023
*Sessions subject to change.
* ALL CEUs have been approved by NCTRC.
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Using Recreational Therapy and Leisure Education to Address Stress, Burnout, and Coping in Law Enforcement Officers and Other High-Stress Occupations
Session Description
Leisure Education and Parks (LEAP): A Program to Address Stress, Burnout, and Coping in Law Enforcement Officers is a program that was developed by Clara Hawkes to complete a Master’s thesis in Recreational Therapy. This 6-week leisure education program was implemented with the University of Utah Police Department and focused on stress, burnout, and coping through leisure and park use. Come learn about the Leisure Education Content Model and how it was implemented in innovative RT research. Let’s explore the potential of RT and its impact on law enforcement officers, first responders, and other high-stress occupations.
Learning Outcomes
1. Distinguish the difference between stress and burnout,
2. Identify the components of the Leisure Education Content Model
3. Discuss the potential for recreational therapy with law enforcement officers, other first responders, and high-stress occupations with other attendees
Presentation Track: Select ALL that Apply
Community
Higher Education
Military/Veterans
Research
Target Audience
New Graduates/New Professionals
Educators/Researchers
Mid-Career Professionals
Seasoned Professionals
Primary Presenter
Clara Hawkes, University of Utah
Credentials
M.S., TRS, CTRS