- Open-ended questions to elicit more than a yes/no response; these allow someone to tell you more of their story.
- Paraphrasing and clarifying to convey that you heard what the individual said and that you want to make sure you understand.
- Affirmational statements to recognize the person’s strengths and to highlight behaviors that can result in positive change.
- Reflective listening to let the at-risk person know that they have accurately told their story.
- Summarizing to recap key elements of the conversation and identify the most important points.
BOSS Resources
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The Army Provides Prevention Resources for Single Soldiers
Prevention resources are essential to ensuring the safety and well-being of all troops, including single Soldiers. Recognizing the unique challenges faced by Soldiers, the Army’s Integrated Prevention Advisory Group is dedicated to creating a prevention structure that strengthens resilience, fosters positive environments and addresses harmful behaviors within the Army community.
April is Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month, and the Army’s 2025 SAAPM theme is STEP FORWARD. Prevent. Report. Advocate. This theme highlights the importance of cultivating a culture that eliminates sexual assault and harassment. The SAAPM campaign inspires Soldiers to leverage their individual and collective strength to prevent and address sexual violence.
Suicide prevention resources are also vital to individual Soldiers. One of the tools available to support suicide prevention efforts is the Ask, Care, Escort-Suicide Intervention, or ACE-SI, training. This Army training method empowers service members by providing them with the knowledge and skills to recognize and respond effectively to crisis situations. ACE-SI focuses on identifying and assisting individuals who may be at risk of suicide or struggling with other challenges.
ACE-SI training emphasizes effective communication techniques to support at-risk individuals. These include:
Through initiatives like I-PAG, the SAAPM campaign and ACE-SI training, the Army ensures single Soldiers have access to robust support systems that promote their mental health, resilience and overall well-being.
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