THE IMPACT OF FINANCIAL INDEBTEDNESS ON THE MENTAL HEALTH AND DECISION-MAKING OF MILITARY POLICE OFFICERS IN AMAZONAS: A MULTIDIMENSIONAL ANALYSIS

Abstract

This study analyzes the impact of financial indebtedness on the mental health and decision-making of military police officers, with an emphasis on the context of the Military Police of Amazonas (PMAM). Police activity, which is intrinsically stressful, is aggravated by financial disorganization, acting as a catalyst for severe disorders such as depression, anxiety, Burnout Syndrome, and suicidal ideation. From a neurobehavioral perspective, chronic financial stress inhibits the prefrontal cortex, favoring impulsive decisions and increasing operational risks and vulnerability to corruption. Furthermore, the search for extra income ("moonlighting") establishes a cycle of chronic fatigue that compromises the officer's physical integrity and the quality of the service provided. The methodology is based on qualitative and exploratory bibliographic and documentary research. The results reinforce that economic stability is a pillar of biopsychosocial health and institutional efficiency. It is concluded that the implementation of structured financial education and psychosocial support programs in training and advanced courses is an indispensable strategy for professional appreciation and institutional protection, essential for mitigating troop illness and ensuring the safety of society in the Amazon.