Chapter 22 - Fitness and Readiness Flashcards
Is a way of reducing initial and ongoing stress by developing adaptive coping and recovery skills
Psychological first aid
Aspects of coping with stress, for yourself and for others
- Have a physically and emotionally safe place to recuperate or to relax
- Know (or be) someone who understands, listens, and is compassionate
- Find opportunities to connect with others while at the gym, dining facility, or local events
- Provide or demonstrate coping skills that empower others to return to ‘normal’ state
- Seek supportive services, such as religious affairs, first sergeants, or mental health providers. - Contact Military and Family Life Counselors for counseling and supportive services
Stress reactions typically appear in four different categories
- Cognitive
- Emotional
- Behavioral
- Physical
Can appear through memory problems, an inability to concentrate, poor judgment, seeing only the negative, anxious or racing thoughts, or constant worrying
Cognitive Stress
Can appear through apathy, anxiety, depression, irritability, job dissatisfaction, memory problems, or mental fatigue
Emotional Stress
Can appear through appetite changes, increased arguments, increased smoking, neglecting self-care, social withdrawal, substance abuse, or violence
Behavioral Stress
Can appear through frequent illness, headaches, high blood pressure, increased heart rate, physical exhaustion, sleep disturbances, or weight gain or loss
Physical Stress
Steps of a well-rounded stress management plan
- Make Adjustments
- Time Management
- Overload Avoidance
- Relaxation
- Exercise and Nutrition
- Social Support
- Prioritize
Is a mental health condition that can occur after someone has gone through a traumatic event, such as war-related combat, sexual or physical assault, or a natural or man-made disaster
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Symptoms of PTSD include
(1) intrusive or unwanted thoughts, such as distressing memories, nightmares, or flashbacks
(2) avoidance behavior in the form of efforts to avoid reminders of the traumatic event
(3) negative thoughts and moods, such as feeling disconnected from others or believing that the world is a dangerous place
(4) hyper-arousal symptoms, including difficulty sleeping and irritability
Percentage of the United States population will have PTSD at some point during their lives
7% - 8% of the United States Population
The intent of the ________________ process is to provide continuous, integrated support from the deployed area to home station while assisting with the transition from the deployed environment to family life and worksite
Ongoing Redeployment Support
Are designed to strengthen the readiness capability of the force and ensure Airmen are equipped for peak performance
Mental Health Services
Are critical to the goal of reducing suicide in the Air Force
Leadership support and action across all levels of command
In regard to Suicide
Suicide Prevention is
Responsibility of every Airman
Provided an added layer of confidentiality that allows Airmen who are under investigation to receive mental health care without the risk of information disclosed during treatment being used to incriminate them in the future
Limited Privilege Suicide Prevention Program in accordance with AFI 44-172, Mental Health
Mental health providers are required by _______________________, to disclose safety (suicidal or violent thoughts or self-injurious behavior) and fitness for duty issues to commanders, but all other information is confidential
DoD Instruction 6490.08, Command Notification Requirements to Dispel Stigma in Providing Mental Health Care to Service Members
The following actions can be taken to support and help resolve life’s challenges and reduce the number of suicides
(1) know co-workers, their usual moods and behaviors, and how they are functioning
(2) be able to recognize early signs of risk, stress, and distress
(3) engage with Airmen to determine what may be stressful or problematic
(4) assist Airmen with choosing the most appropriate resource to help resolve the problem
(5) follow-up with Airmen to ensure the stressors are resolving and new ones are not taking their place
Risk factors for suicide can include, but are not limited to
- Relationship difficulties
- Problems at work
- Legal and financial problems
- Mental health diagnosis
- Substance misuse
- Previous suicide attempts
Protective factors include:
- Social Support
- Interconnectedness
- Sense of belonging
- Effective individual coping skills
- Cultural norms that promote and protect responsible help-seeking behavior
Was developed to assist Airmen in intervening when an Airman experiences stress, distress, or faces challenges
The Ask, Care, and Escort (ACE)
Is an approach to equipping Airmen with the tools and skills required to continually assess and adjust to the environment by maintaining the necessary balance of cognitive skill, physical endurance, emotional stamina, and spiritual well-being
Comprehensive Airman Fitness
Four domains that can be used to address and foster a culture of Airmen taking care of Airmen
- Mental Domain
- Physical Domain
- Social Domain
- Spiritual Domain
The tenets of the mental domain are
- Awareness
- Adaptability
- Positive thinking
- Decision-making
The tenets of the physical domain are
- Endurance
- Strength
- Nutrition
- Recovery
The tenets of the social domain are
- Connectedness
- Teamwork
- Social support
- Communication
The tenets of the spiritual domain are
- Purpose
- Core values
- Perseverance
- Perspective
Support Agencies
- Air Force Suicide Prevention Program
- Military One Source
- DoD BeThere Support Call and Outreach Center
- Veterans Crisis Line
Supports all uniformed service personnel, retirees, and their families. It provides the direction, resources, health care providers, and other means necessary for promoting the health of the beneficiary population
The Military Health System
Is a joint, integrated combat support agency within the military health system that enables the Army, Navy, and Air Force medical services to provide a medically ready force and ready medical force to combatant commands in both peacetime and wartime
The Defense Health Agency
It’s mission is to enable medically fit forces, provide expeditionary medics, and improve the health of all who serve to meet our Nation’s needs
Air Force Medical Service
Mission
Vision is to ensure that patients are the “Healthiest and Highest Performing Segment of the United States by 2025
Air Force Medical Service
Vision
Air Force Medical Service’s four primary objectives are
- Promote and sustain a healthy and fit force
- Prevent illness and injury
- Restore health
- Optimize human performance
Provides information on focus areas, such as integrative wellness, mental wellness, nutrition, physical activity, sleep, and tobacco-free living
Operation Live Well
