ACE
COMPREHENSIVE AIRMAN FITNESS
PROTECTIVE FACTORS
RISK FACTORS & WARNING SIGNS
Miscellaneous
100
What is A.C.E.?
Ask. Care. Escort.
100
What are the four domains of Comprehensive Airman Fitness (CAF)?
Mental, Physical, Social, Spiritual
100
What are Protective Factors?
Positive Relationships, Good Coping Skills, Positive Thinking
100
List at least 5 Risk Factors (sources of distress) for suicide. -Risk factors can be internal or external events, situations, behaviors that may increase the risk for suicide.
-Relationship, Legal, Occupational, or Financial problems. -Loss of a loved one. -Lack of social support. -A history of prior suicide attempts. -Health concerns or severe, prolonged stress. -Depression, Anxiety, or Feelings of hopelessness. -Alcoholism or drug misuse.
100
What is Resilience?
The ability to bounce back from stressful situations.
200
What should you "Ask?"
Ask directly if your Wingman is having thoughts of suicide.
200
What is Mental Fitness in the context of CAF?
-The ability to effectively cope with mental stressors and challenges. --Self-awareness, adaptability, good coping skills, good problem-solving skills, positive thinking.
200
With whom do you have positive relationships?
Family, Friends, Wingmen
200
List at least 5 Warning Signs for suicide.
-Mood changes (depression, anxiety, hopelessness). -Unexpected changes in behavior or job performance. -Feeling like a burden to others, helplessness. -Fatigue, headaches, poor concentration. -Isolating fron friends, family, coworkers. -Lack of interest in previously enjoyed activities. -Changes in sleep, appetite, alcohol use. -Acting reckless or impulsive.
200
What is the trait most commonly found in resilient people?
A sense of optimism.
300
How do you "Care" for your Wingman?
Listen calmly and express concern. Remove anything that may be used to harm himself/herself. Seek help.
300
What is Physical Fitness in the context of CAF?
The ability to adopt and sustain healthy behaviors needed to enhance physical health and well-being. --Endurance, strength, nutritious diet, regular check-ups, plenty of rest/sleep.
300
What do positive relationships provide that is most beneficial to your well-being?
A sense of belonging.
300
What is the greatest risk factor for increasing the risk of suicide?
A history of prior attempts.
300
1-800-273-8255 (TALK)
What is the # to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline?
400
How would you "Escort" your distressed Wingman?
If he is willing, immediately escort him to the ER, Mental Health Clinic, Chaplain, or Primary Care Clinic. Never leave your Wingman alone.
400
What is Social Fitness in the context of CAF?
-The ability to engage in healthy social networks/groups that promote overall well-being. --Communication, connectedness, belongingness, social support, teamwork.
400
What are positive coping skills?
Effective problem-solving. Seeking help early.
400
What is the difference between Risk Factors and Warning Signs?
Risk Factors-- relate to things that are going on in a person's life. These may or may not be visible to others, which is why we need to ask! Warning Signs-- are more apparent and should be responded to immediately. It is often a change in the person's behavior that a Wingman would take notice of.
400
Whose responsibility is Suicide Prevention in the Air Force?
The entire Air Force community.
500
What if your distressed Wingman refuses your help?
Call 911 and notify your supervisor. Never leave your Wingman alone, not even to go to the bathroom.
500
What is Spiritual Fitness in the context of CAF?
-The ability to adhere to beliefs, principles, or values needed to persevere and prevail. --Purpose, faith, perseverance, and perspective.
500
Describe Positive Thinking.
-Focus on the future. -Feeling that you have control of your future. -Belief that things will get better when they're going wrong. -Religious/Spiritual beliefs.
500
What is the number to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline?
1-800-273-8255 (TALK)
500
What is the Wingman Culture?
-Wingmen practice healthy behaviors and make responsible choices and encourage others to do the same. -Wingmen foster a culture of early help-seeking. -Wingmen recognize the signs and symptoms of distress in themselves and others and take protective action.
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