SUICIDE PREVENTION/MITIGATION

Abstract

This project funds research over a planned five (5) year period to examine the mental and behavioral health of Soldiers to counter suicidal behavior. This work will focus on advancing understanding of the multiple determinants of suicidal behavior, psychopathology (study of the causes and nature of abnormal behavior), psychological resilience, and role functioning. A significant thrust area will focus on the refinement of better methods for preventing and mitigating suicidal behavior as well as to improve the overall mental health and behavioral function of Army personnel during and after their military service. The cited work is consistent with the Assistant Secretary of Defense, Research and Engineering Science and Technology focus areas and the Army Modernization Strategy. Work on this project is performed by The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) through extramural cooperative research grants in collaboration with the Department of the Army. Efforts in this project support the Soldier Portfolio and the principle area of Military Operational Medicine.

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Document Details

Document Type
Project
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2013
Source ID
VJ4_0602787A_2_2040_PB_2013

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Fields of Study

  • Psychology

Readers

  • Military Science and Technology Research and Modernization.
  • Psychological Intervention/Treatment for Stress, Anxiety, PTSD, and Related Emotional and Cognitive Health Symptoms.

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