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What other resources are available for Military personnel

Introduction

There are some resources that do not “fit” into any one specific category. Military personnel can use resources from diverse and numerous reputable sources on the general topic of suicide and suicide prevention to further their education, awareness, and advocacy.

Below you will find resources like publications, online tools, and organizations that contain information specific to a member of the military's needs or that can be accessed for additional resources that will provide you with the information that you seek.

Resources

The following resources are compiled for military personnel and are available at your local library, bookstore, or on the Intermet.

If you still are not able to find the information that you need, please contact the Online guide or conduct a Tailored Search.

Book

Dunne, E. J., McIntosh, J. L. & Dunne-Maxim, K. (Eds.). (1987). Suicide and its aftermath: Understanding and counseling the survivors. Norton: New York, NY.

Internet

The United States Air Force

The Air Force has established a web-based epidemiological database to capture demographic, risk factor and protective factor information of individuals who attempted or completed suicide. This is a highly secure tool, the purpose of which is to allow leaders to quickly detect suicide clusters or changes in patterns in suicidal behavior that could inform needed change in policies and practices.

The U.S. Air Force provides information on best practices research related to the Air Force Suicide Prevention Program including a link to the Suicide Awareness Community Education Program Curriculum Guide and A PDF file describing the Air Force Suicide Prevention Program 2001 initiatives and outcomes. These U.S. Air Force resources are available at the following Web address:

http://phs.os.dhhs.gov/ophs/BestPractice/usaf.htm

Internet

Army Suicide Prevention Program (ASPP)

The ASPP consists of three stages or tiers of prevention. The first level is called Primary suicide prevention, and it is the foundation for the program. Secondary suicide prevention (the second level of ASPP) occurs when someone identifies a potentially suicidal person and knows how to respond in a helpful way by getting them involved with health professionals who provide counseling and support. Tertiary (the third level) Suicide Prevention takes place when an individual is actively trying to take his or her own life and must undergo hospital treatment.

Suicide Prevention, A Resource Manual for the U. S. Army outlines an integrated and comprehensive approach for the Army Leadership as they promote help seeking behavior throughout The Army family. The materials in this manual provide resources for local commanders to institute a total Army community thrust to protect the force from self-destructive behaviors. The U.S. Army files and presentations are available at the following Web address:

http://www.hooah4health.com/toolbox/suicide/default.htm

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