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  • DPRR Community Link Newsletter - February 2022

    How R2 skills help focus the mind to optimize physical achievement. Army plans significant changes to SHARP based on Independent Review Commission recommendations. New handbooks help leaders implement suicide prevention program. Key revisions to deployment cycle resilience training enacted. New SAAPM 2022 awareness materials available for download.

  • DPRR Community Link Newsletter - October 2021

    Redefining resilience beyond being stoic to leaning on your support network. Army launches SHARP Fusion Directorate Pilot. Fort Carson’s Alcohol and Substance Abuse Program receives Red Ribbon Honor. Speak Out! For SAAPM 2022: Share your message to eliminate Sexual Harassment and Sexual Assault. U.S. Army Sustainment Command combines wellness programs under one new division.

  • DPRR Community Link Newsletter - August 2021

    Suicide Prevention Month special edition: Finding purpose and meaning through building spiritual strength. A First Sergeant’s journey from struggle to healing. The ARD Suicide Postvention Unit Commander’s Handbook. Performance experts help Cadets thrive during summer training. Webinar recap on relationships. The importance of forming social bonds at work. Emotional Dimension, one of the five dimensions of personal readiness.

  • DPRR Community Link Newsletter - June 2021

    Keeping military kids resilient by reestablishing social connections post-pandemic. Army officer recounts his experience as a sexual assault survivor to drive culture change. The Army’s limitations on prescribed medications. Making smart choices while drinking alcohol at summer gatherings and events. Webinar recap on strengthening teams and individuals. Sexual Assault Awareness Prevention Month participation across the Army. Four easy ways to build social resilience.

  • DPRR Community Link Newsletter - April 2021

    Leader’s guide on building cohesion by creating psychological safety. Updates to SHARP expedited transfer policy. Self-care strategies for SHARP professionals to avoid burnout. Army selects 2021 SARC of the Year. Recap of April’s webinar on using technology to measure what matters most. The 7 C’s of resilience for military kids.

  • DPRR Community Link Newsletter - December 2020

    New interactive layout design! Senior leaders announce findings from Fort Hood Independent Review. ARD and The Center for the Army Profession and Leadership identify five characteristics of the Army profession. MRTs share Core Resilience Skills to help the Army community thrive. New tool aims to enable commanders to track, prevent high-risk behaviors. How the COVID-19 pandemic adds to holiday triggers for those struggling with substance abuse.

  • DPRR Community Link Newsletter - October 2020

    Army addresses rise in suicide cases. Leaders call for end to negative behaviors at SHARP Program Improvement Forum. New SHARP program director emphasizes change. ARD launches new comprehensive website. SHARP Academy adds escape room experience to annual training. New section highlights news, “Around the Force.”

  • DPRR Community Link Newsletter - August 2020

    R2 learning and resilience resources for back to school during COVID-19. In-depth look at ARD’s training program, Engage. Review of revisions to AR-600-20 and AR 600-85. Army launches Commander's Risk Reduction Toolkit. MRT skills prepare Soldiers for ACFT.

  • DPRR Community Link Newsletter - June 2020

    Finding purpose and meaning in times of COVID-19. How to ‘Engage’ during social distancing to help those struggling. Maintaining sobriety during a public health crisis. SAPR Connect online community. Religiosity and posttraumatic growth.

  • DPRR Community Link Newsletter - May 2020

    ARD launches pilot program embedding Performance Experts in units. Resilience is key in COVID-19 fight. Recognizing the mental toll of the pandemic can help people cope. SAAPM 2020 Award recipients. The link between sexual harassment and sexual assault.