The most recent issue of Criminal Justice and Behavior (Volume 59, Issue 9, September 2025) has published an article by Samantha L. Allen and Joseph A. Schwartz detailing a longitudinal study examining the prevalence and persistence of significant mental health concerns in correctional officers in relation to service time. The findings of this study provide important perspectives for leadership in correctional settings when considering mental health and wellness of themselves and their staff. Background Despite recent increases in state prison populations, the number of state correctional employees in the United States has continued to decline over the years. Employee shortages have … [Read more...] about Summary: Correctional Officers with More Service Time Are More Likely to Experience Persistent Mental Health Problems