The U.S. Army Test and Evaluation Command is committed to supporting the resiliency of its military and civilian workforce and reinforcing the Army Profession, so members of the ATEC Family are mentally, physically, emotionally and spiritually tough. The Ready and Resilient Campaign is designed to inculcate a cultural change that links personal resilience to readiness of the force and addresses the immediate and enduring needs of the Total Army, including Active, Reserve, and National Guard Soldiers, their Families and Army Civilians.
What does R2 do?
Enable Leaders, Soldiers, Civilians and Families to build strength, grow from life's challenges, thrive personally and professionally and to be ready to defend the Nation and its interests at home and abroad.
Many people may not show any signs of intent to harm themselves before doing so, but some actions can be a sign that someone needs help. Those in crisis may show behaviors that indicate a risk of harming themselves. Persons considering suicide often show signs of depression,
anxiety, low self-esteem, and/or hopelessness, such as:
Appearing sad or depressed most of the time
Clinical depression: deep sadness, loss of interest, trouble sleeping and eating—that doesn’t go away or continues to get worse
Feeling anxious, agitated, or unable to sleep
Neglecting personal welfare, deteriorating physical appearance
Withdrawing from friends, family, and society, or sleeping all the time
Losing interest in hobbies, work, school, or other things one used to care about
Frequent and dramatic mood changes
Expressing feelings of excessive guilt or shame
Feelings of failure or decreased performance
Feeling that life is not worth living, having no sense of purpose in life
Talk about feeling trapped—like there is no way out of a situation
Having feelings of desperation, and saying that there’s no solution to their problems
Their behavior may be dramatically different from their normal behavior, or they may appear to be actively contemplating or preparing for a suicidal act through behaviors such as:
Performing poorly at work or school
Acting recklessly or engaging in risky activities—seemingly without thinking
Showing violent behavior such as punching holes in walls, getting into fights or self-destructive violence; feeling rage or uncontrolled anger or seeking revenge
Looking as though one has a “death wish,” tempting fate by taking risks that could lead to death, such as driving fast or running red lights
Giving away prized possessions
Putting affairs in order, tying up loose ends, and/or making out a will
Seeking access to firearms, pills, or other means of harming oneself
Hopelessness, feeling like there is no way out
Impulsive and/or aggressive tendencies
Anxiety, agitation, sleeplessness, or mood swings
Rage or anger
Engaging in risky activities without thinking
Alcohol and other substance use disorders
History of trauma or abuse
Major physical illnesses
Previous suicide attempt
Family history of suicide
Withdrawing from family and friends
Job or financial loss
Mental disorders, particularly mood disorders, schizophrenia, anxiety disorders and certain personality disorders
Relationship troubles/Loss of relationship
Easy access to lethal means
Local clusters of suicide
Lack of social support and sense of isolation
Stigma associated with asking for help
Lack of heal care, especially mental health and substance abuse treatment
Cultural and religious beliefs, such as the belief that suicide is a noble resolution of a personal dilemma
EMERGENCY SERVICES: CALL 911
Military Crisis Line: 1-800-273-8255 or text 838255
Harford County Crisis Team: 410-638-5248;
Pager: 410-588-1017
APG: 410-306-0501
Harford Memorial: 443-843-5500
Upper Chesapeake: 443-643-2000
PREVENTION / INTERVENTION RESOURCES
National Suicide Hotline: 1-800-SUICIDE, (784-2433)
Military One Source: 1-800-342-9647
The Defense Center of Excellence (DoCOE):
1-800-966-1020
APG RESOURCES
APG Suicide Prevention Program: 410-278-7779
APG Garrison Chaplain: 410-278-4333
APG On-Call Duty Chaplain: (CALL SDO/EOC)
410-306-4736
One Soldier or Civilian lost is one too many. You are not alone. There is support.
Commanders, leaders, Soldiers, Army civilians at all levels and their Families share the responsibility for preventing suicides within the ATEC community. Through leadership, education and respect for each other, we can reduce and/or eliminate the stigma associated with seeking help for suicidal ideations and actions.
Everyone can help prevent suicide. Know how to recognize common risk factors including chronic pain; feelings of guilt, anger, or shame; exposure to trauma; a sense of hopelessness; relationship problems; and posttraumatic stress disorder. If you are experiencing any of these behaviors or notice them in friends and family who have served in the military, encourage them to seek help right away.
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