Police Psychology in Singapore: The Red Dot Experience

Despite developments in police psychology in North America and Europe, little is known about developments in other parts of
the world. Yet, this knowledge will reinforce the development of the field of police psychology internationally and strengthen
its scientific theories, practices and programs. This paper therefore traces the development of police psychology in Singapore
for over two decades across four waves of development. This paper also describes the developments in three areas of police
psychology (services to police officers, police operations and the police organization) and details the various police psychological
services programs and services in Singapore. The paper concludes with a discussion on strategic concerns for police psychologists
worldwide, arguing that there is a need to discuss the ‘what works, when and where?’ in police psychology, when it is applied
across the world.