The Memphis Model as Pedagogy: Transforming Confrontation into Collaboration

Abstract Introduction: This study explored relationships between compassion fatigue, compassion satisfaction, and care behaviors in Memphis Police Department Crisis Intervention Team officers. Methods: A quantitative correlational cross-sectional approach was used. Results: Compassion satisfaction was a statistically significant predictor of care behaviors among Memphis Police Department Crisis Intervention Team officers. Discussion: The Memphis Model is an iconic evidence-based pedagogic roadmap for police and community partnership. Limitations: Officers were purposively chosen due to the historic significance of the Memphis Model and to explore the continued relevance of the model. Conclusions: Study results provide a pedagogic roadmap to transform confrontation to collaboration.