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Oct. 4, 2024
Get the Facts About Mental Health and Security Clearances

Seeking mental health support does not pose a risk to gaining or keeping a national security clearance and can help you resolve underlying mental health issues that could negatively affect you, your family or your career.
June 17, 2024
Tinker Talks Podcast: PTSD Awareness Month

June is National Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Awareness Month and we’re talking about it on this episode of Tinker Talks.PTSD Awareness Month is dedicated to spreading awareness to PTSD and to encourage those struggling with symptoms of PTSD to seek treatment. Maj. Carla Turrentine, 72nd Medical
April 10, 2024
New DAF Mental Health Overview clarifies mental health resources for Airmen, Guardians

Department of the Air Force mental health leaders published a new "Mental Health Overview" that outlines comprehensive resources for Airmen and Guardians seeking mental health support.
Oct. 5, 2023
DOD announces new actions to prevent suicide in the military

Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin released a memo directing urgent actions to address suicide in the military community.
Oct. 2, 2023
DOD announces new actions to prevent suicide in the military

Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin released a memo directing urgent actions to address suicide in the military community.
Sept. 28, 2023
Department of the Air Force to Review Discharges of Veterans with Mental Health Conditions & Experiences of Sexual Trauma

The DAF will also implement administrative reforms for individuals who apply to have their discharge statuses upgraded in the future.
Aug. 7, 2023
Brandon Act expedites mental health care referrals for Airmen, Guardians

The Brandon Act is intended to help identify and get care for mental health concerns by making it easier to access – and required of leaders to take seriously – mental health support by referencing “The Brandon Act” when they need a referral to mental health services.
July 31, 2023
Department of the Air Force takes action on barriers to mental health, wellness, resilience

The Fortify the Force Initiative Team, championed by the Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force and Chief Master Sergeant of the Space Force, had volunteers from myriad functional communities working to promote holistic wellness and address resiliency barriers since early 2022.
July 5, 2023
All trauma can cause PTSD

PTSD is a physical and mental reaction to a situation or event that was perceived as dangerous, according to behavioral health experts.
June 1, 2023
Providers, Chaplain pilot vectoring program to better assist Hanscom community

Officials from the 66th Medical Squadron Mental Health Flight and the Installation Chapel team are piloting a new initiative to better support personnel here.

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