Effectiveness of Positive Psychology The Review June 14, 2021
In 2008 and 2009, in the wake of combat in Iraq and Afghanistan, the United States Army had a mental-health crisis on its hands. Soldiers were afflicted by anxiety, depression, PTSD, drug abuse, divorce, and suicide.
In response, the Army announced the creation of Comprehensive Soldier Fitness. Here is its mission statement: “CSF marks a new era for the Army by comprehensively equipping and training our Soldiers, Family members and Army Civilians to maximize their potential and face the physical and psychological challenges of sustained operations. We are committed to a true prevention model, aimed at the entire force, which will enhance resilience and coping skills enabling them to grow and thrive in today’s Army.”