NCT07860164 · Healthy Tarrant County Collaboration
Improving Officer and Civilian Health
What this study is about
As a profession, law enforcement produces unique occupational health outcomes for officers and civilians. To date, most studies have focused on improving health outcomes related to law enforcement from a microlevel perspective, with particular attention to individual and behavioral factors. Such a focus misses the broader macro-level factors that perpetuate occupational harms.
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As a profession, law enforcement produces unique occupational health outcomes for officers and civilians. To date, most studies have focused on improving health outcomes related to law enforcement from a microlevel perspective, with particular attention to individual and behavioral factors. Such a focus misses the broader macro-level factors that perpetuate occupational harms. To address this gap, this study uses the PRECEDE-PROCEED model of intervention development to examine modifiable macro-level factors contributing to adverse occupational health outcomes for law enforcement and civilians. Using a mixed-method design and partnering with local law enforcement agencies, the investigators will implement and test an intervention to reduce occupational health harms related to law enforcement.
Interventions
BEHAVIORAL
Software enabled assistance
Software enabled analysis to identify heightened stress level in police indicating a need for additional support to facilitate their well-being leading to improved job performance.
Primary outcome measures
Number of Citation Eligible Offenses Resolved Via Citation versus Arrest
Time frame: Through the study completion, approximately 3 years.
Count of citation-eligible misdemeanor offenses resolved through citation/cite-and-release versus arrest, as recorded in agency arrest/CAD data.
Number of Use of Force Incidents
Time frame: Through the study completion, approximately 3 years.
Total number of use-of-force incidents recorded in agency administrative data, reviewed retrospectively (pre-intervention) and prospectively throughout the intervention period.
Generalized Anxiety and Depression Scale
Time frame: Baseline and follow-up estimated at six months.
PHQ9 GAD7 - Generalized Anxiety and Depression Scale; Surveys will be adapted for the audience.
Moral Injury Events Scale for Law Enforcement (MIES-LE)
Time frame: Baseline & follow-up estimated six months apart
Assesses law enforcement exposure to events that may create moral injury. Survey will be adapted to the audience.
The Operational Police Stress Questionnaire
Time frame: Baseline with follow-up estimated at six months.
PSQ-OP - The Operational Police Stress Questionnaire. Surveys will be adapted for audience.
Who can participate
This study lists these criteria on ClinicalTrials.gov. A study coordinator reviews eligibility during screening — this page does not determine whether you qualify.
Inclusion criteria
- All Aims: Individuals who speak English.
- All Aims: Individuals who are at least 18 years or older.
- Aim 1a, Aim 2a, Aim 2b, Aim 2c: Law enforcement officers from the Tarrant County Sheriff's Department who have been in their role for six months or longer.
- Aim 1b: Staff members in the Tarrant County District Attorneys in office who have been in their role for one year or longer.
- Aim 1c: Hospital emergency department staff who have been in their position for at least one year.
- Aim 1c: Elected officials who have been in their position for at least one year.
- Aim 1c: 911 Dispatchers who have been in their position for at least one year.
- Aim 1c: Employees with the Tarrant County mental health authority
Exclusion criteria
- All Aims: Individuals who do not speak English.
- All Aims: Individuals under the age of 18.
- Aim 1a, Aim 2a, Aim 2b, Aim 2c: Individuals not currently employed by the Tarrant County Sheriff's Department or have not been employed for at least six months in the department.
- Aim 1b: District Attorneys outside of Tarrant County or have not been in their position for at least 6 months.
- Aim 1c: Elected officials who have not been in their position for one year or work outside of Tarrant County.
- Aim 1c: Hospital emergency department staff who have not been in their position for at least one year.
- Aim 1c: 911 Dispatchers who have been in their position for at least one year.
- Aim 1c: Employees with the Tarrant County mental health authority who have not been in their position for at least one year. -
Where
- Fort Worth, Texas
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Frequently asked questions
What is a clinical trial?
A clinical trial is a research study that tests new medical treatments, drugs, devices, or procedures to determine their safety and effectiveness. Trials are carefully designed and monitored to protect participants while advancing medical knowledge.
Is it safe to participate?
Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. Trials must be reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals throughout the study. You can withdraw at any time if you choose.
Will I be compensated?
Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time, travel expenses, and inconvenience. The specific compensation varies by study and will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is typically provided at no cost to participants.
Will I receive a placebo instead of treatment?
When effective treatment exists, participants typically receive either the standard treatment plus the study intervention, or the standard treatment plus placebo. You would not be denied effective care. Placebos are primarily used when no proven treatment is available, or in addition to standard care. Your trial consent form will clearly explain what treatments you may receive.
Can I leave a trial if I change my mind?
Absolutely. Participation in clinical trials is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty or loss of benefits to which you are otherwise entitled.
How long does a clinical trial last?
Trial duration varies widely depending on the study design and purpose. Some trials last just a few weeks, while others may continue for months or years. The study coordinator will provide specific timeline information during your screening call.
Data: ClinicalTrials.gov · synced Oct 6, 2026 · Source of record for eligibility and locations