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DOD Announces Implementation of the Brandon Act

(Just Now) WEBUndersecretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness Gilbert Cisneros Jr. signed a policy to implement the Brandon Act and improve the process for service …

https://www.defense.gov/News/Releases/Release/Article/3386581/dod-announces-implementation-of-the-brandon-act/

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Military Mental Health and Building Resilience in 2023

(Just Now) WEBAlso in September, the DOD published a revised version of DOD Instruction 6490.08, which establishes department policy for fostering a culture of support and …

https://health.mil/News/Dvids-Articles/2024/01/08/news459748

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Department of Defense Mental Health Resources for Service …

(2 days ago) WEBThe Psychological Health Resource Center is available 24/7 for service members, veterans, and family members with questions about psychological health …

https://www.defense.gov/News/Releases/Release/Article/2737954/department-of-defense-mental-health-resources-for-service-members-and-their-fam/

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Report No. DODIG-2020-112 - U.S. Department of Defense

(4 days ago) WEB2.f. Develop standardized mental health access to care measures for direct and purchased care for both active duty service members and their families, to include tracking: 2.f.1. …

https://media.defense.gov/2020/Aug/12/2002475605/-1/-1/1/DODIG-2020-112_REDACTED.PDF

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Brandon Act Aims to Improve Mental Health Support

(6 days ago) WEBThe Defense Department policy directs the services to establish policy, assign responsibilities, and provide procedures for service members to request a referral for a mental health evaluation

https://www.defense.gov/News/News-Stories/Article/Article/3386278/brandon-act-aims-to-improve-mental-health-support/

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FY2024 NDAA: Military Mental Health Strategy Development …

(4 days ago) WEBCongress authorizes, through the annual National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), Department of Defense (DOD) mental health programs and services that …

https://crsreports.congress.gov/product/pdf/IN/IN12263

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Evaluation of Access to Mental Health Care in the Department of …

(1 days ago) WEBThe DoD did not consistently meet outpatient mental health access to care standards for active duty service members and their families, in accordance with law and …

https://www.dodig.mil/reports.html/Article/2309785/evaluation-of-access-to-mental-health-care-in-the-department-of-defense-dodig-2/

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For Service Members, Access to Mental Health Care Streamlined …

(5 days ago) WEBWithin the DOD and military services, the Brandon Act allows service members to request a mental health evaluation just by making the request to their …

https://www.defense.gov/News/News-Stories/Article/Article/3651970/for-service-members-access-to-mental-health-care-streamlined-under-brandon-act/

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NOVEMBER 09, 2021 - U.S. Department of Defense

(6 days ago) WEBU.S. Department of Defense Report No. DODIG-2022-030 NOVEMBER 09, 2021 Evaluation of the Department of Defense’s Implementation of Suicide Prevention …

https://media.defense.gov/2021/Dec/02/2002901848/-1/-1/1/DODOIG-2022-030.PDF

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MENTAL HEALTH - Defense Counterintelligence and Security …

(4 days ago) WEBnecessary mental health treatment as a positive step in the security clearance process. FIGHTING MENTAL HEALTH STIGMA Research shows that …

https://www.dcsa.mil/Portals/91/Documents/pv/DODCAF/resources/DCSA-FactSheet_Mental-Health.pdf

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Department of Defense Works to Dispel Stigma of Seeking Mental …

(Just Now) WEBFor anyone experiencing a mental health crisis, needing immediate assistance, or simply wanting to talk to someone, confidential help is available 24/7. …

https://health.mil/News/Dvids-Articles/2023/12/04/news458878

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DOD Announces New Actions to Prevent Suicide in the Military

(3 days ago) WEBThe memo "New DoD Actions to Prevent Suicide in the Military" can be found here. September is National Suicide Prevention Month. If you or a loved one are …

https://www.defense.gov/News/Releases/Release/Article/3541077/dod-announces-new-actions-to-prevent-suicide-in-the-military/

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Reducing the stigma and encouraging mental health care in the …

(4 days ago) WEB5/18/2021 By: Claudia Sanchez Bustamante. In the military, the stigma of mental health is grounded in the cultural misperception that a service member must have "zero defects" …

https://health.mil/News/Articles/2021/05/18/Reducing-the-stigma-and-encouraging-mental-health-care-in-the-military

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FACT SHEET: President Biden to Announce Strategy to Address …

(1 days ago) WEBThe 2008 Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act called for mental health care benefits to be covered at the same level as physical health care benefits. …

https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2022/03/01/fact-sheet-president-biden-to-announce-strategy-to-address-our-national-mental-health-crisis-as-part-of-unity-agenda-in-his-first-state-of-the-union/

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Physician Says DOD Focused on Improving Mental Health of Force

(9 days ago) WEBAssistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs Dr. Lester Martinez-Lopez said the department is committing resources with a focus on preventing suicides of …

https://www.defense.gov/News/News-Stories/Article/Article/3321282/physician-says-dod-focused-on-improving-mental-health-of-force/

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Austin Says DOD Must Increase Efforts to Destigmatize Mental …

(9 days ago) WEBThe secretary explained some of the challenges faced by military families and their loved ones who serve — all challenges DOD can help with; one challenge …

https://www.defense.gov/News/News-Stories/Article/Article/3046883/austin-says-dod-must-increase-efforts-to-destigmatize-mental-health-care/

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Military Mental Health Support Military OneSource

(4 days ago) WEBConnect with an expert 24/7/365. We get MilLife and we’re here 24/7 to connect you to the right kind of expert guidance — from quick answers about specific issues, to …

https://www.militaryonesource.mil/health-wellness/mental-health/

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Policy update: Significant improvements to mental and behavioral …

(7 days ago) WEBQuestions related to the policy can be directed to Capt. Shane Steiner, Chief, Division of Operational Medicine, Commandant (CG-1121). Resources: ACN 018/22 Medical …

https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/2962000/policy-update-significant-improvements-to-mental-and-behavioral-health-policies/

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Mental Health in the U.S. Military: Where Are We Now? - Psych …

(9 days ago) WEBOne of the most commonly reported reasons for poor mental health in the military may be attributed to stigma. According to a 2015 study, about 60% of military …

https://psychcentral.com/ptsd/mental-health-in-the-military

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USAF Modernizes Its Policies On Mental Health Treatment

(2 days ago) WEBThe United States Air Force recently updated its policy on mental health. USAF Air Mobility Command (AMC) leader Gen. Mike Minihan announced plans to …

https://www.avweb.com/aviation-news/usaf-modernizes-its-policies-on-mental-health-treatment/

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Military Psychiatric Policies and Discharges - An Introduction for

(8 days ago) WEBA diagnosis by an authorized mental health provider as defined in DoDI 6490.04 (Reference (i)) utilizing the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental …

https://nlgmltf.org/military-law/2014/military-psychiatric-policies/

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Group Therapy Provides Mental Health Support to Work Through …

(Just Now) WEB[Editor’s note: This article deals with mental health issues and treatment. If you or someone you know is having a mental health crisis, call the 988 National Suicide …

https://health.mil/News/Dvids-Articles/2024/05/16/news471344

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Military Health System Mental Health Hub Health.mil

(9 days ago) WEBMental Health is health. The Military Health System has many resources available to help service members, families, or veterans who are struggling with mental health …

https://health.mil/Military-Health-Topics/Mental-Health?type=Policies

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Group Therapy Provides Mental Health Support to Work Through …

(Just Now) WEBGroup therapy for mental health challenges is an effective way to get help. Skip main navigation. Give Feedback Close. Military Health System. MHS Home. Main …

https://hearing.health.mil/MHSHome/News/Dvids-Articles/2024/05/16/news471344?type=Policies

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Air Force Pilots Now Can Start Mental Health Treatment and Won't

(Just Now) WEBAn Air Force policy change will allow pilots to receive 60 days of mental health treatment without being taken out of flight status, a notable policy update as the …

https://www.military.com/daily-news/2024/05/07/new-air-force-policy-allows-pilots-continue-flying-while-seeking-mental-health-treatment.html

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Ask the expert: How are mental health and wellness connected in …

(8 days ago) WEBFor Black women and girls, trained therapists are critical, but there are other mental health practitioners in their communities. It could be faith-based leaders or cross …

https://msutoday.msu.edu/news/2024/ask-the-expert-how-are-mental-health-and-wellness-connected-in-the-black-community-and-beyond

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Federal Task Force Releases National Strategy to Improve Maternal

(Just Now) WEBThis week the Task Force on Maternal Mental Health released a national strategy to improve maternal health care and an accompanying report to Congress.The …

https://ccf.georgetown.edu/2024/05/17/federal-task-force-releases-national-strategy-to-improve-maternal-mental-health-care-includes-medicaid-policies/

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Administration releases maternal mental health plan - Roll Call

(4 days ago) WEBThe fiscal 2023 omnibus spending law directed the Department of Health and Human Services to form an advisory committee focused on maternal mental health …

https://rollcall.com/2024/05/15/administration-releases-maternal-mental-health-plan/

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Kim leads bipartisan House bill to speed up health care access for

(4 days ago) WEBSpectrum News As a wife of an army veteran, Rep. Young Kim, R-Calif. knows all too well the struggle veterans across the country face when leaving active duty …

https://youngkim.house.gov/2024/05/08/kim-leads-bipartisan-house-bill-to-speed-up-health-care-access-for-veterans-leaving-active-duty/

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Low-intensity digital mental health service promised in federal …

(8 days ago) WEBIn short: Tuesday night's budget included measures for a new digital mental health service for people with lower-intensity needs. The service could provide help …

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-05-16/digital-mental-health-services-falls-short-say-psych-groups/103852996

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Military Health System Mental Health Hub Health.mil

(5 days ago) WEBMental Health is health. The Military Health System has many resources available to help service members, families, or veterans who are struggling with mental health …

https://health.mil/Military-Health-Topics/Mental-Health

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Three patients die by suicide inside a secure Brisbane public …

(6 days ago) WEBThree people have taken their own lives inside a locked mental health unit at The Prince Charles Hospital in the past 16 months, triggering an independent review. …

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-05-15/mental-health-unit-suicide-deaths-prince-charles-hospital/103843156

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Senate Overwhelmingly Approves FAA Reauthorization Act

(3 days ago) WEBMay 9, 2024. Legislation sets national priorities to strengthen aviation safety standards, grow air traffic controller & safety inspector workforce, implement safety technology on …

https://www.commerce.senate.gov/2024/5/senate-overwhelmingly-approves-faa-reauthorization-act

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Peru Chooses Bigotry in Medical Services Human Rights Watch

(3 days ago) WEBIt should also consult with Peru’s LGBT organizations about how best to ensure their communities’ rights to physical and mental health through rights-respecting …

https://www.hrw.org/news/2024/05/15/peru-chooses-bigotry-medical-services

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Up to 40pc of mental health conditions are linked to child abuse …

(3 days ago) WEBThe research has found that childhood maltreatment is responsible for up to 41 per cent of common mental health conditions including anxiety, depression, …

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-05-09/child-neglect-abuse-linked-mental-health-sydney-university-study/103818552

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A Plan to Remake the Middle East - The New York Times

(7 days ago) WEBProduced by Nina Feldman , Clare Toeniskoetter and Rikki Novetsky. Edited by Liz O. Baylen. Original music by Marion Lozano , Elisheba Ittoop and Dan Powell. …

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/08/podcasts/the-daily/israel-gaza-middle-east-plan.html

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