@article {Chamberlain214, author = {Jared Chamberlain and Monica K. Miller}, title = {Evidence of Secondary Traumatic Stress, Safety Concerns, and Burnout Among a Homogeneous Group of Judges in a Single Jurisdiction}, volume = {37}, number = {2}, pages = {214--224}, year = {2009}, publisher = {Journal of the American Academy of Psychiatry and the Law Online}, abstract = {Active judges are likely to face numerous work-related experiences (e.g., traumatic cases) that affect performance of their occupational duties. Three occupational experiences (secondary traumatic stress [STS], safety concerns, and burnout) are outlined and applied to the judiciary. Results from nine case study interviews conducted in a single jurisdiction among a homogeneous cohort suggest that judges are at risk of having these experiences. Although no judge demonstrated extreme symptoms, all had low levels of symptoms associated with STS, safety concerns, and/or burnout. Several recommendations are proposed to prevent or minimize these occupational experiences. Recognizing and addressing the problem are essential for the protection of our nation{\textquoteright}s judges and the integrity of our judicial system.}, issn = {1093-6793}, URL = {https://jaapl.org/content/37/2/214}, eprint = {https://jaapl.org/content/37/2/214.full.pdf}, journal = {Journal of the American Academy of Psychiatry and the Law Online} }