WEEKLY TASKS
Mental Health Support Training
for Military Leaders
Week 2
Task 1
Resilience Podcast
Listen to Dr. Hammer and Dr. Dimoff discussing mental health, resilience, and unit cohesion.
Dr. Leslie Hammer
Dr. Jennifer Dimoff
Task 2
Emotional Support Video
Watch to review the nuances of providing the right emotional support at the right time.
Week 3
Task 1
Mindfulness Exercises
Choose either of the two exercises or both.
Exercise 1: Watch the TedTalk to learn the neuroscience behind mindfulness and its application to the armed services.
Exercise 2: Listen to the guided meditation and experience the benefits firsthand. Be sure to check out the other guided meditations at InsightTimer.
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Task 2
Psychological Readiness Podcast
Listen to Captain Elizabeth Johnson and Company First Sergeant, Joshua Salyer, discuss how psychological readiness can improve team cohesion.
Week 4
Task 1
Stigma Reduction Podcast
Listen to Thomas Britt, Professor of Psychology at Clemson University and former Research Psychologist at the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research. He is co-editor of the book, Psychology of the Peacekeeper: Lessons from the Field.
Thomas Britt
Task 2
Malingering Podcast
Listen to Thomas Britt as he discusses malingering
Week 5
Task 1
Instrumental Support
Video and Infographic
Being prepared to provide resources, facilitate connections, advocate for subordinates, and educate Soldiers helps build readiness and resilience.