It is as important to develop a strategy to deal with job loss as it was to get the job in the first place. Why? Because it will happen, and it can be significant and downright painful. In fact, according to Rolls (2004): "In the hierarchy of the 20 top stressors in life, losing one's job is #8. It's accompanied in the Top Ten by death (of a loved one), divorce, and going to jail! Career and income loss can have serious consequences on lifestyle and health."

Hodowanes (2004) states: "Since you can't eliminate the possibility of a job loss, you should always be prepared to deal with it." This is especially true for those in the professions discussed in this text. These positions carry a significant "identity attachment," with the job becoming the person's identity. The uniform, badge, equipment, and essential work become hard to give up.

Please comment on how you feel about the above excerpt. What are your thoughts on a job loss ranked 8th in life stressors? What about the "identify attachment" described? Do you agree with the authors? How does this make you feel about a career in the Criminal Justice field?