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  • Early detection and attention saves lives

    Mental health plays a large role in how Airmen think, feel, and act. Nurturing physical and mental well-being is important to maintaining readiness in a world marked by unforeseen challenges and ceaseless change. During Suicide Awareness Month, it is important to recognize the toll that mental

  • Holloman | Commentary: It's okay to reach out for help

    I wasn’t always depressed. My life was great. I spent quality time with my family, traveling together, and hiking was our favorite thing to do. I had a strong bond with my coworkers and really enjoyed attending flight events on top of the squadron functions. I was even promoted to staff sergeant

  • 20 First Sergeants earn certification in Mental Health First Aid

    Nearly 20 first sergeants from the 37th Training Wing gathered Oct. 7 at the Pfingston Reception Center, JBSA-Lackland, Texas, to be certified in “Mental Health First Aid.” The eight-hour skills-based training course, taught by Lt. Col. (Dr.) Kieran Dhillon and Senior Master Sgt. Huey Watson,

  • Enlisted perspective on Mental Health

    Between new-patient appointments, providing evaluations, administering crisis intervention, pre-deployment psychological testing, security clearances evaluations, and addressing safety concerns, the junior enlisted Airmen at mental health are the backbone to the organization.

  • 42nd Mental Health Clinic raises awareness for mental health awareness month

    Airman from the 42nd Medical Operations Squadron mental health clinic held up signs outside the Day Street gate for Mental Health Awareness Month, May 28, 2020, Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama. The signs featured various inspiring sayings in regards to mental health. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior

  • How suicide changed my life

    When I was 18 years old, the problem felt permanent and the solution seemed simple. It had for years.I had struggled with depression and anxiety most of my teenage years. I fought off the urge to end my suffering because I was worried what it would do to my family and friends. As the years went on,