Battlemind:

An OverviewAn Overview

11 December, 2008

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What is Battlemind Training?

Battlemind modules are integrated behavioral health training programs that target all phases of the Warriors’ Deployment Cycle and Life Cyclethe Warriors Deployment-Cycle and Life-Cycle

Battlemind training is designed for Warriors, L d d ilit F iliLeaders and military Families

Battlemind training reflects a strength-based approach, utilizing Self-Aid/Buddy-Aid and focusing on a Leader’s role in maintaining W i t l ll b i

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Warriors mental well-being

Battlemind: Definition• Battlemind the Warrior’s inner strength to face• Battlemind – the Warrior s inner strength to face

fear and adversity in combat with courage. This is resiliency…y

• Key Components:Self Confidence– Self-Confidence

• Take calculated risks• Handle future challenges

– Mental Toughness• Overcome obstacles or setbacks• Maintain positive thoughts during times of adversity and

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• Maintain positive thoughts during times of adversity and challenge

Battlemind is Research Validated

In three randomized controlled studies, Battlemind training at post-deployment reduced reports of behavioral health symptoms 4 6 months later:behavioral health symptoms 4-6 months later:

– Fewer PTSD symptoms

– Fewer depression symptoms

– Improved sleep– Improved sleep

– Fewer anger problems

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Battlemind training also decreased stigma

I Battlemind I (Basic Battlemind Training) (BBT): BCT/OSUT BOLC I

Battlemind Life-Cycle TrainingI. Battlemind I (Basic Battlemind Training) (BBT): BCT/OSUT, BOLC I II. Battlemind II (Battlemind for Junior Leaders) (BJL): WLC, BNCOC, BOLC II, BOLC III/WOBC III. Battlemind III (Battlemind for Mid-Grade Leaders) (BML): ANCOC, CCC, WOAC, FSCIV. Battlemind IV (Battlemind for Senior Leaders) (BSL): SMA, ILE, WOSCV B ttl i d V (B ttl i d f P C d) (BPC) PCCV. Battlemind V (Battlemind for Pre-Command) (BPC): PCC

AMEDD Only:1. Battlemind Warrior Resiliency (BWR): Enlisted and Officer Initial Entry Training 2 Battlemind Warrior Resiliency Transition (BWR T): Unit driven training2. Battlemind Warrior Resiliency-Transition (BWR-T): Unit driven training3. Battlemind Warrior Resiliency-Recertification (BWRR): Unit driven training

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Battlemind Deployment-Cycle TrainingBattlemind Psychological Debriefings

In-Theatre Event* and Time+ Driven Debriefings

Battlemind Psychological Debriefings

Post-Deployment Debriefing

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Pre-Deployment

Pre-Deployment Battlemind forLeaders and Warriors

Post-Deployment(PDHRA) Battlemind

Post-Deployment (PDHA) Battlemind

Post-Deployment

Spouse/Couples Pre-Deployment Battlemind

Spouse/Couples Post-Deployment Battlemind

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* Event Driven Battlemind Psychological Debriefings should be given as needed based on unit combat occurrences

+ Time Driven Battlemind Psychological Debriefings recommended at mid tour or quarterly and post deployment

Additional Battlemind / Behavioral Health TrainingAdditional Battlemind / Behavioral Health TrainingExisting and Under DevelopmentExisting and Under Development

Soldier Support TrainingExisting Training

• Combat Operational Stress Control (COSC) Course • Chaplain Train the Trainer Course• Suicide Prevention• mTBI/PTSD Chain Teach• WTU/Cadre Training

Future Training Proposed for Later Development (No Delivery Dates Set)

• Battlemind Warrior Resiliency Advanced (BWR-A)• Battlemind for GME• Federal Government Battlemind (Pilot Program: State Dept)• USAR/ARNG Battlemind (Gap in Post Deployment Cycle)

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Note: Soldier Support Training is supplemental and not linked to any specific point in the Life or Deployment cycle.