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Commander’s Comments

In his candid commentary, Colonel Dave Hall (USAF-ret) sheds light on the pervasive stigma that prevents troops from seeking help for PTSD. Drawing on historical lessons from conflicts such as WWII, Korea, and Vietnam, he emphasizes the shame associated with mental health issues and its negative impact on military careers. With 20% of Gulf War returnees affected, Hall urges a cultural shift within the military to encourage seeking help. His insights highlight the importance of breaking this cycle and providing adequate support to service members and their families.

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Commander’s Comments

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  1. Commander’s Comments Colonel Dave Hall, USAF (ret) May 13, 2008

  2. Stigma Keeps Troops From PTSD Help • TIME/CNN – 1 May 2008 • Shame a significant barrier • Negative impact on career • 20% of current Gulf returnees • Effect on spouses and families

  3. History Lesson • WWII • Korea • Vietnam

  4. We Were Soldiers Once. . . And Young • A Hated War • Sacrifices discounted • No one to talk to but each other

  5. History Lesson • WWII • Korea • Vietnam • Gulf

  6. Profile of a FlyerIt is not what I do, it is who I am. • First born male • Mission oriented • Compartmentalizer • Shallow relationships • Intelligent but not reflective • Checklist oriented • Controller

  7. Failing Aviator • Decreased tolerance for stress • Can not compartmentalize • Externalizes and blames others • Excessive aggressiveness • Anti-authority • High accident potential

  8. Thoughts on Going to Mental Health Professional • Private or Airman • Lt or Sgt • Capt Company Commander • Major on staff • Lt Col Squadron Commander • Colonel or General

  9. Why wont they get help? • Institutional Cultural Barriers • Stigma • Career threat • Personality traits • Not knowing help exists

  10. CC needs the tools! • How do I help prevent PTSD in the first place? • How do we break the cycle, and get help to those who need it?

  11. For additional information The opinions expressed are my own, based upon experiences over a 30 year Air Force career, and do not represent official positions of any of the uniformed services. Please visit the “notes pages” feature of PowerPoint to view more details on many of the slides. If I may be of service to any potential user, please contact me at usafmaineiac@msn.com or 607-371-6187 Colonel Dave Hall, USAF (ret)

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