Oregon DPSST Security Professional Practice Test

"Crisis intervention" in the security field refers to the immediate and temporary support provided to individuals facing a critical situation. This approach is aimed at stabilizing the individual's emotional and psychological state during an acute crisis. It typically involves assessing the situation, providing emotional support, and helping individuals develop coping strategies to manage their immediate distress.

The focus of crisis intervention is on acting quickly to address the immediate needs of individuals while preventing the situation from escalating further. This can include de-escalating potentially volatile situations, offering reassurance, and connecting individuals with additional resources if needed.

In contrast, long-term psychological support involves ongoing therapy or counseling, which is not the primary goal in crisis intervention. Preventive measures and standard operating procedures are important aspects of security protocols but are not synonymous with the immediate, reactive nature of crisis intervention.