International Conference on Social Sciences and Humanities Research · Vol. 2 No. October Issue (2026)

Emotional Self-Regulation And Adaptive Coping As Psychological Resources In Law Enforcement Activity

Authors

  • Nodirbek Eshmuradov

Keywords

law enforcement officers emotional self-regulation adaptive coping occupational stress psychological stability cognitive reappraisal professional adaptation

Abstract

Law enforcement activity requires officers to maintain effective professional functioning in situations characterised by uncertainty, interpersonal conflict, emotional pressure, responsibility and potential threat. These conditions make emotional self- regulation and adaptive coping important psychological resources for maintaining professional stability. The purpose of this paper is to analyse the role of emotional regulation and coping strategies in the psychological adaptation of law enforcement officers. Particular attention is paid to the ability to recognise and regulate emotional reactions, select adaptive responses to stressful situations, maintain cognitive control under pressure and recover psychological resources after demanding professional experiences.

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