FAIRFIELD-SUISUN, CALIFORNIA
A virtual reality-based headset is seen recently at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois. Travis Air Force Base is one of two test bases that will provide feedback on a new suicide prevention training using a virtual reality-based initiative. (U.S. Air Force photo)
Travis part of virtual reality push to prevent suicide
SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill. Leaders from across the 375th Air Mobility Wing stepped into a virtual reality-inspired test phase, Jan. 12, for a new training effort to help airmen feel more comfortable about engaging with others to prevent suicide.
Senior leaders were asked to put on a virtual reality headset for a 30-minute interactive scenario with both a coach, who provided upfront training, and then an airman, who was in obvious distress. They were prompted to ask a variety of questions, whereupon the responses would vary until the member’s distress was successfully assisted.
Leaders from across the 375th Air Mobility Wing stepped into a virtual reality-inspired test phase Jan. 12 for a new training effort targeted to help Airmen feel more comfortable about engaging with others to prevent suicide.,