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    Jack’s behavior concerns his friends, and prompts his buddy, Chris, to confront him. As Jack shares his frustration, Chris realizes that Jack is demonstrating several of the warning signs for suicide. Watch and see if you can spot those warning signs. What would you do if you were Chris?

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    After returning from a deployment, Charlie demonstrates several signs of distress. His communication with his girlfriend is quite different from the reality of his situation, and his anger and agitation are obvious to his longtime friend, Will. Would you take the same steps that Will chooses?

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    Phil’s marriage is on the rocks, his finances are a mess, and his work is suffering. His wife, Cathy, seems to have little respect for their marriage, or for Phil. His friend, Jack, has seen some tough times himself and so recognizes Phil’s distress. What warning signs do you see?

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    Dean is a government service employee. Frank, his supervisor and friend, notices behavioral changes that lead him to seek help for Dean. Can you identify the risk factors and warning signs, too?

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    Bryan is coping with severe life-stress issues. His friend and co-worker, Tim, notices that these issues are taking their toll on Bryan and contacts their supervisor. Do you see the signs of distress that caused Tim to alert MSgt Holcomb?

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    A possible legal issue is a cause of great concern for Tim. His buddies notice and act as good Wingmen. What signs of distress do you see that prompt Tim to talk with the Colonel?

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    Eight-year old Courtney describes the changes she noticed in her Daddy and how they have affected her family.

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  • Preview of It Won't Hurt

    It Won't Hurt

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    When Andrew’s son, Dan, withdraws from him and acts differently, Andrew seeks help through the first sergeant.

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    Family members on the look out for suicide warning signs take the steps needed and get help for their loved ones.

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    Helping Resources

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    Multiple free resources and agencies are available to help all military and family members in crisis.

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  • Preview of Rising Storm

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    Losing a friend while deployed may have been too much for Roger, and his friends sense his despair. They notice several signs of distress, and make the right choice to pursue Roger and get immediate help.

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    Kelly’s husband watches as his wife seems to “shatter” before his eyes. The pressure that Kelly feels seems overwhelming, and her level of stress is out of control. Can you see the signs that Kelly needs help?

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  • Preview of Leadership

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    Lt Col Schneider and TSgt Curtis discuss leadership techniques and how to apply them in home station and deployed settings.

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FAQ

How much will my unit know if I seek help at the Mental Health Clinic on my own?

Each provider is obligated to maintain confidentiality, but with certain limitations. Examples of these limitations would… more

Frontline Supervisor

Frontline Supervisor Training (FST)

is a course developed by the Air Force to prepare supervisors to identify and intervene with Airmen at risk for suicide.
Learn more

Personnel in Distress

Airmen's Guide for Assisting Personnel in Distress

The guide serves to strengthen each individual's effectiveness at recognizing distressed personnel.  It contains general guidance, summaries of relevant policy and a list of helping resources. Each section includes a checklist that contains recommendations for responding to distressed personnel. Learn more

Veterans Crisis Line, dial 1-800-273-8255 then press 1. Confidential help for Veterans and their families.

 
 

ACE Suicide Prevention from the U.S. Air Force.

 

The Center of Excellence for Medical MultimediaAir Force Medicine

 
 

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