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Behind the Walls of Stress

Correctional Officer PTSD, Burnout, and Mental Health Survival Guide How to Recognize, Confront, and Overcome the Hidden Toll of Life Inside the WireCarey Randall

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Length1h 34m

About this audiobook

Correctional officers live in a world few truly understand—long shifts, dangerous situations, and the constant pressure of working behind razor wire. The toll isn’t just physical; it’s emotional, mental, and deeply personal. In this powerful and eye-opening guide, active correctional officer Carey Randall pulls back the curtain on the hidden struggles of life inside the prison system. Drawing from real experiences—both his own and those of fellow officers—he reveals the unspoken truth: the greatest battles correctional officers face are often the ones within themselves.

Audiobook details

GenreEducation and Learning, Self-Help

Length1 hr 34 mins

Narrated bySelect Your Own

FormateBook with Audio

Publish dateJan 1, 2026

LanguageEnglish

1Title

11Chapter 9: PTSD in Corrections

2Disclaimer

12Chapter 10: Depression, Anxiety, and Substance Use

3Chapter 1: The Mental Health Crisis

13Chapter 11: Suicide in the Ranks

4Chapter 2: The Mundane and the Traumatic

14Chapter 12: The Stigma of Asking for Help

5Chapter 3: The Physical Toll

15Chapter 13: The Role of Peer Support and Mentorship

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6Chapter 4: Going Into Battle Mode

16Chapter 14: Leadership Responsibility

7Chapter 5: Female Correctional Officers

17Chapter 15: Tools for Daily Survival

8Chapter 6: Overcrowding and Understaffing

18Chapter 16: Life After the Job

9Chapter 7: Family and Personal Problems

19Appendix: Tools and Resources

10Chapter 8: The Importance of Mental Health Support

About the author

Carey Randall

My background is deeply rooted in corrections. I have firsthand experience as a correctional officer, supported by intensive training at a correctional officer training academy. This foundation gave me a strong understanding of daily operations, challenges, and responsibilities inside facilities. I’m knowledgeable about entering the profession, training pathways, leadership development, and career progression. I also address the ethical demands of the job and the consequences when standards fail. My work reflects the real-world realities of corrections. View all by Carey Randall