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(7 days ago) People also askHow many Air Force members have a mental health condition?A review of 2019 data showed that 1.2% of Regular Air Force members were medically discharged, of which less than half (0.46%) had a mental health condition. Some diagnosed mental health conditions can lead to fitness for duty determination through the formal disability medical evaluation board process.FIGHTING MENTAL HEALTH STIGMA - AFresilience.af.milHow does air pollution affect mental health and well being?Dr. Anet Varghese

https://health.mil/Reference-Center/Reports/2021/08/01/Medical-Surveillance-Monthly-Report-Volume-28-Number-08#:~:text=From%202016%20through%202020%2C%20a%20total%20of%20456%2C293,problems%2C%20substance%20abuse%20counseling%2C%20or%20social%20environment%20problems.

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New analysis of Air Force suicides explores contributing factors

(6 days ago) WEBAlcohol use was a factor in 39.3% of deaths. 68.4% of decedents reported suicidal thoughts at some point in their lives, while 58.1% had previously communicated an intent to die by …

https://www.airforcetimes.com/news/your-air-force/2024/03/27/new-analysis-of-air-force-suicides-explores-contributing-factors/

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Department of Defense Releases Annual Report on Suicide in the …

(2 days ago) WEBThe DOD released its Annual Report on Suicide in the Military: Calendar Year (CY) 2022, providing annual suicide data of service members and their dependents, and outlining …

https://www.defense.gov/News/Releases/Release/Article/3569734/department-of-defense-releases-annual-report-on-suicide-in-the-military-calenda/

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Air Force leaders urge more focus on mental health as suicides rise

(9 days ago) WEBAir Force leaders urge more focus on mental health as suicides rise. Senior Airman Piketinal Alou, left, and Airman 1st Class Destiny Story of the 502nd Comptroller …

https://www.airforcetimes.com/news/your-air-force/2022/09/28/air-force-leaders-urge-more-focus-on-mental-health-as-suicides-rise/

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FIGHTING MENTAL HEALTH STIGMA - AF

(3 days ago) WEBFIGHTING MENTAL HEALTH STIGMA . Career impact of seeking mental health care is a concern across the profession of arms. The stigma of seeking help for A review of …

https://www.resilience.af.mil/Portals/71/Documents/A.%20Prevention%20Documents/MENTAL%20HEALTH%20CAREER%20STIGMA%20-%20May%202021.pdf

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Air Force eyes more mental health initiatives as suicides continue

(8 days ago) WEBNinety airmen in the active duty force, Air Force Reserve and Air National Guard are thought to have died by suicide in 2022, according to Pentagon data. That number is …

https://www.airforcetimes.com/news/your-air-force/2023/08/31/air-force-eyes-more-mental-health-initiatives-as-suicides-continue/

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New mental health care initiative improves access to care and …

(7 days ago) WEBAir Force mental health leaders implemented a new initiative to nearly all Air Force bases to improve access to mental health, increase access to support resources, and mitigate …

https://www.airforcemedicine.af.mil/News/Display/Article/3387966/new-mental-health-care-initiative-improves-access-to-care-and-readiness/

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Department of Defense Releases the Annual Report on Suicide in …

(2 days ago) WEBAs Secretary Austin has emphasized, "mental health is health, and so we must continue to work to break down barriers to help seeking, address stigma, and build healthy climates …

https://www.defense.gov/News/Releases/Release/Article/3193806/department-of-defense-releases-the-annual-report-on-suicide-in-the-military-cal/

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New DAF Mental Health Overview clarifies mental health resources …

(2 days ago) WEBFALLS CHURCH, Va. -- Department of the Air Force mental health leaders published a new "Mental Health Overview" that outlines comprehensive resources for Airmen and …

https://www.afnwc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/3737728/new-daf-mental-health-overview-clarifies-mental-health-resources-for-airmen-gua/

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Air Force mental health leaders discuss future of field

(2 days ago) WEBMental health leaders across the Air Force met virtually for an annual conference, August 9-13, to discuss military mental health care, telehealth, the impact of COVID-19 and …

https://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/2742123/air-force-mental-health-leaders-discuss-future-of-field/

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Reducing the stigma and encouraging mental health care in the …

(6 days ago) WEBIn the military, the stigma of mental health is grounded in the cultural misperception that a service member must have "zero defects" to be mission ready.While the Department of …

https://www.airforcemedicine.af.mil/News/Display/Article/2623543/reducing-the-stigma-and-encouraging-mental-health-care-in-the-military/

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US Air Force Publishes Mental Health Guide for Servicemen

(9 days ago) WEBThe “Mental Health Overview,” developed by the Air Force Medical Service leaders, outlines critical requirements to support affected airmen and guardians in both clinical …

https://www.thedefensepost.com/2024/04/17/us-air-mental-health-guide/

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USAF Should Rethink Its Approach to Mental Health and Suicide

(2 days ago) WEBThe Chief of Staff of the Air Force’s Spectrum of Resilience lays out recommendations for addressing mental health, from self-care on the left to clinical health options on the …

https://www.defenseone.com/ideas/2023/05/air-force-should-rethink-its-approach-mental-health-and-suicide/386937/

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Air Force mental health leaders discuss future of field

(1 days ago) WEBAir Force Surgeon General Public Affairs. FALLS CHURCH, Va. (AFNS) --. Mental health leaders across the Air Force met virtually for an annual conference, August 9-13, to …

https://www.afrc.af.mil/News/Article/2742335/air-force-mental-health-leaders-discuss-future-of-field/

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U.S. military suicides drop as leaders push mental health programs …

(1 days ago) WEBNation Oct 20, 2022 5:30 PM EDT. WASHINGTON (AP) — Suicides across the active duty U.S. military decreased over the past 18 months, driven by sharp drops in the Air Force …

https://www.pbs.org/newshour/nation/u-s-military-suicides-drop-as-leaders-push-mental-health-programs

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Air Force updates mental healthcare policies, lowers barriers

(7 days ago) WEBThe Air Force’s mental health waiver policy in both the Air Force’s Medical Standards Directory and Aerospace Medicine Waiver Guide has been updated to allow for Airmen …

https://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/3762290/air-force-updates-mental-healthcare-policies-lowers-barriers/

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New DAF Mental Health Overview clarifies mental health resources …

(1 days ago) WEBFALLS CHURCH, Va. -- Department of the Air Force mental health leaders published a new "Mental Health Overview" that outlines comprehensive resources for Airmen and …

https://www.aetc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/3736452/new-daf-mental-health-overview-clarifies-mental-health-resources-for-airmen-gua/

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Air Force updates mental healthcare policies, lowers barriers

(6 days ago) WEBThe Air Force’s mental health waiver policy in both the Air Force’s Medical Standards Directory and Aerospace Medicine Waiver Guide has been updated to allow for Airmen …

https://www.afrc.af.mil/News/Article/3762290/air-force-updates-mental-healthcare-policies-lowers-barriers/

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New DAF Mental Health Overview clarifies mental health resources …

(5 days ago) WEBFALLS CHURCH, Va. (AFNS) -- Department of the Air Force mental health leaders published a new "Mental Health Overview" that outlines comprehensive resources for …

https://www.afrc.af.mil/News/Article/3737367/new-daf-mental-health-overview-clarifies-mental-health-resources-for-airmen-gua/

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Transforming mental health in the Air Force > Minot Air Force …

(6 days ago) WEBTransforming mental health in the Air Force. The 5th Medical Group is pictured at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, December 15, 2023. This year, Air Force mental health …

https://www.minot.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/3619093/transforming-mental-health-in-the-air-force/

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Breaking silence: Shattering the taboo of mental health > Air Force

(6 days ago) WEBThe Air Force community faces unique challenges that can affect mental health. Deployment, long hours and high-stress situations can take a toll on our mental well …

https://www.af.mil/News/Commentaries/Display/Article/3395294/breaking-silence-shattering-the-taboo-of-mental-health/

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Air Force updates mental healthcare policies, lowers barriers

(5 days ago) WEBThe Air Force’s mental health waiver policy in both the Air Force’s Medical Standards Directory (MSD) and Aerospace Medicine Waiver Guide has been updated to allow for …

https://www.mcchord.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/3760276/air-force-updates-mental-healthcare-policies-lowers-barriers/

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Around the Air Force: Budget 2025 Testimony, Mental Health …

(4 days ago) WEBFORT GEORGE G. MEADE, Md. (AFNS) -- In this week’s look around the Air Force, senior leaders testify to a Senate subcommittee about the fiscal year 2025 budget, and a new …

https://www.302aw.afrc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/3758946/around-the-air-force-budget-2025-testimony-mental-health-resources/

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Army says fitness plan cut injuries and drug use, aids mental health

(8 days ago) WEB20% lower increase in behavioral health reports lasing more than 90 days = 3,002 fewer soldiers on behavioral health profiles greater than 90 days. 502% lower increase in …

https://www.armytimes.com/news/your-army/2024/04/30/army-fitness-plan-cuts-injuries-and-drug-use-boosts-mental-health/

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