Police agencies should develop a cooperative response protocol shared by the agency, the emergency call center, emergency medical services, and hospital emergency department staff. The coordinated activities and responsibilities identified in agency policy and training should be designed to enhance the response to incidents involving acute behavioral emergency (ABE). 

An ABE is condition that may present with a wide spectrum of behaviors, including unintelligible speech, insensitivity to pain, disproportionate physical strength, and paranoia.

These documents provide guidance and direction in responding to individuals who appear to be experiencing an ABE.