The superhero effect: How enclothed cognition can impact on the perceptions and actions of serving UK police officers
Journal article
Authors | Andrews, T. |
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Abstract | The theory of 'enclothed cognition' posits that clothes alone can significantly alter their wearer's outlook on life. Based on this idea, this artile examines the world view of uniformed British police officers seeking to understand whether their uniform impacts on their attitudes and behaviours. Using data from a survey of 91 uniformed officers, results suggest that their uniform does indeed affect how they behave and their perceptions of self. Recommendations are made for changes to uniforms with the intent to reduce assaults by and against officers and complaints, as well as increase morale and productivity. |
Keywords | Enclothed Cognition; police; police uniform; body armour; police welfare; police wellbeing |
Year | 2023 |
Journal | Police Journal: Theory, Practice and Principles |
Journal citation | pp. 1-18 |
Publisher | SAGE Journals |
ISSN | 0032 258X |
Digital Object Identifier (DOI) | https://doi.org/10.1177/0032258X231184778 |
Web address (URL) | https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/0032258X231184778 |
Accepted author manuscript | License File Access Level Open |
Publisher's version | File Access Level Restricted |
Output status | Published |
Publication dates | |
Online | 19 Jun 2023 |
Publication process dates | |
Accepted | 12 Jun 2023 |
Deposited | 20 Jun 2023 |
https://repository.derby.ac.uk/item/9z35y/the-superhero-effect-how-enclothed-cognition-can-impact-on-the-perceptions-and-actions-of-serving-uk-police-officers
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