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Behavioral Health

Information on stress control, sexual assault, social work, suicide prevention and workplace violence.

Remind your fellow Soldiers, Family Members and co-workers that seeking treatment is a sign of strength, not a weakness.

Topics

Combat / Operational Stress Control

Combat is more stressful than any training. Security and support operations can also involve heavy stress, even without combat. Mental and physical fitness will help you endure the stress of combat and military operations. The day-to-day stress that comes with stability and support operations (SASOs) can at times be as bad as that of major combat. Emotionally distracted Soldiers can endanger... (more)

Sexual Assault/Sexual Harassment

National Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) National Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) is an annual campaign to raise awareness and educate communities on the prevention of sexual violence. The Army, in conjunction with the Department of Defense (DOD), is implementing the new 2013 SAAM theme "We own it ... We'll solve it ... Together," which is designed to strengthen the collec... (more)

Spiritual Health

Spirituality is often defined as a sense of connection that gives meaning and purpose to a person’s life. Spirituality is unique to each individual, and refers to the deepest part of you. Your spirit provides you with the revealing sense of who you are, why you are here and what your purpose for living is. It is that innermost part of you that allows you to gain strength and hop... (more)

Violence Prevention

What Constitutes Workplace Violence? While workplace mass murder by a disgruntled employee attracts media attention, thankfully it is an infrequent event. It is harassment, bullying, threats, stalking, intimidation, domestic violence and other forms of negative behavior and physical violence that are the more common manifestations of workplace violence. If not acted upon, these behaviors may po... (more)

Services

Suicide Prevention

IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING A CRISIS CALL: 1-800-273-TALK (8255) Press '1' for the Military Crisis Line Text to 838255 For more information go to: www.militarycrisisline.net Army G-1 Suicide Prevention Website Complete listing of Army Suicide Prevention Resources for Soldiers, DA Civilians, and Family Members. Includes: Soldier and Leader Ri... (more)