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86 Cards in this Set
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the will to stand up for what is right, regardless ofpersonal cost
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Moral courage
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the observable action taken when faced with fear, pain,uncertainty, or danger.
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Physical courage
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the internal force one uses to face and handle mentaland/or physical challenges
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Hardiness of spirit
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the ability to withstand, recover, and grow in the face ofstressors and changing demands
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Resiliency
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Explain the relationship between warrior ethos and the Air Force Core Values.
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The relationship between Warrior ethos and the Air ForceCore Values is that they both contain very similar characteristics of one another. The CoreValue of Integrity speaks to moral and physical courage, military/executive bearing, andself-discipline and self-control that stems from Warrior Ethos. Service Before Self toucheson our hardiness of spirit to persevere despite any physical and mental hardships. Finally,Excellence in All We Do requires us to continuously hone our skills and seek opportunitiesthat will develop/enhance decision-making abilities under pressure or in combat situations,which enable us to develop the confidence, judgment, courage, and integrity to perform.
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AFI 36-2618
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The Enlisted Force Structure
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The Enlisted Force Structure
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AFI 36-2618
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marks of respect, etiquette, or courteousbehavior shown to persons or symbols.
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Courtesies
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are practices that are the result of the need for orderand discipline and are established by frequent use over a longperiod.
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Customs
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code of etiquette or rules for our behavior
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Protocol
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has been andwill continue to be the backbone of military discipline.
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Drill
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the signal for the start of theofficial duty day.
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Reveille
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It signals the end of the official duty day andserves as a ceremony for paying respect to the flag.
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Retreat
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The symbol has two main Parts: the upper half, the stylizedwings represent the stripes of our strength-the enlisted men andwomen of our force. They are drawn with great angularity toemphasize our swiftness and power; the lower half has a sphere,a star, and three diamonds.
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The Air Force Symbol
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AFI 36-2903,
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Dress and Personal Appearance of Air Force Personnel
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Dress and Personal Appearance of Air Force Personnel
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AFI 36-2903,
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The primary benefits of customs and courtesies are
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self-discipline and pride
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Ethics
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Ethics is a set of standards of conduct that guidedecisions and actions based on duties derivedfrom core values.
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The core beliefs we hold regarding what is right and fair in terms of our actions and ourinteractions with others; what individuals believe to be of worth and importance to their life.
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Values
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Values that we attribute to a system of beliefs that help us define right from wrong, good versusbad.
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Morals
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Situations where one is forced to choose between two alternatives (both alternatives can beunfavorable and/or less right and more right or less wrong and more wrong).
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Ethical Dilemma
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The art of observing those moral obligations and precepts that is appropriate to a person’s rolewithin the military profession
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Military Ethics
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AFI 36-2618
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The Enlisted Force Structure
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USAF AirForce Core Values
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Integrity first, Service before self, and Excellence in all we do
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exemplifies the willingness to do what is right even when no one is looking.Doing this will set the right example and earn the respect of subordinates and superiors alike.The moral traits (courage, honesty, responsibility, accountability, justice, openness, selfrespect,and humility) of integrity combine to form a moral compass for the militaryprofessional.
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Integrity First
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the essence of our commitment to the nation, and reminds us thatmilitary service is a calling. Professional duties must take precedence over our personaldesires. While personal goals often coincide with Air Force goals, there is no room forpersonal agendas. A leader who is unwilling to sacrifice individual goals for the good of theunit cannot convince other unit members to do so. Careerism (personal career ambition) andself-interest are all too common in a hierarchical system. Behaviors from leaders that promoteself-interest, personal agendas, or even careerism do more damage to the institution. Leaderswho serve selflessly inspire support from their followers.
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Service Before Self
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our commitment to the highest standards in everything rangingfrom product excellence to operations excellence. It directs us to develop a sustained passionfor continuous improvement and innovation that will propel the Air Force into a long-term,upward spiral of accomplishment and performance.
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Excellence in All We Do
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The Three Os
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and what you owe; display properordering of ethical priorities and understand what youshould, or ought to do.
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The Three Ps
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Airmen mustput principle (truth telling and honor) first; purpose(mission accomplishment and duty) second; and people(fellow citizens, Airmen, etc.) third.
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The Three Rs
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The three Rs provide guidance when considering theOs, they explain that when making decisions, andconducting one’s self, it is the rules that give a personethical guidance. The situation, circumstances, orrealities influence if the rules are followed. Don’tforget to consider the results or consequences ofdecisions and actions beforehand.
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The Three Ds
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The three D’s: discern, declare, and do
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This AFI establishes command, supervisory and personal responsibilities for maintaining professional relationships between AF Members and civilian employees of the Department of Defense, to include AF civilian employees, and between AF members and government contractors.
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AFI 36-2618, The Enlisted Force Structure
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This AFI establishes command, supervisoryand personal responsibilities for maintainingprofessional relationships between AFMembers and civilian employees of theDepartment of Defense, to include AF civilianemployees, and between AF members andgovernment contractors.
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AFI 36-2909, Professional andUnprofessional Relationships
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Provides a tangible statement of beliefs thatAirmen can hold most dear…it focuses on andidentifies a spirit -- a warfighting ethos -- thattranscends time from the past to the present andinto the future, and it requires a pride in serviceand fosters a fighting-focused culture
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Airman’s Creed
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Professional Development Guide (PDG)
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This resource was created as a reliablereference for promotion studying and used as adaily guide throughout an Airman’s career
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is an ethical guide thatincludes six articles that:- help you deal with your chief concernsas an American in combat; concernsthat become critical when you mustevade capture, resist while a prisoner,or escape from the enemy- provide guidance on how to honorablysurvive captivity which often demandsgreat courage, deep dedication, andhigh motivation- help you endure the terrors of captivity,and prevail over your captors andreturn to your family, home, and nationwith honor and pride
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Code of Conduct
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Leaders who model _____ ______ inspire confidence in those they lead, inspiring them toaccept and follow decisions from ethical leaders and organizations with an ethical climaterather than from unethical leaders or organizations with a corrosive environment.
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ethical behavior
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Everyone in the Air Force must make decisions. What are the three qualities individualsmust possess to make ethical decisions?
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The first is the ability to recognize ethical issues and to reason through the ethicalconsequences of decision, while being able to see second and third order effects. The secondis the ability to look at alternative points of view, deciding what is right in a particular set ofcircumstances. The third is the ability to deal with ambiguity and uncertainty; making adecision on the best information available.
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making decisions based on how the decision will impactone’s reputation/standing among peers, subordinates,supervisors, community etc., rather than on military rules,regulations, and conduct of conduct.
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Worry over Image
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making decisions based on personal values/beliefs ratherthan on military rules, regulations, and codes of conduct
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Ethical Relativism
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making decisions based on a “win at all cost” attitude ratherthan on military rules, regulations, and codes of conduct.
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Drive for Success
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making decisions based on respect and/or loyalty to anindividual, unit, or organization, etc, rather than on militaryrules, regulations, and codes of conducts.
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Loyalty Syndrome
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4-Dimensions of Wellness
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physically, emotionally,socially, and spiritually healthy.
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EnlistedForce Structure
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AFI 36-2618
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This type of wellness requires one to focuson five specific components: Cardiorespiratoryendurance, Muscular endurance,Muscular strength, Body composition, andFlexibility.
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Physical Health
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Relationship and financial problems, familycrisis, grief and loss, experiencing failure,illness, or injury, difficulty adjusting to anew life change, Post Traumatic StressDisorder (PTSD), career problems, and lowself esteem.
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Emotional Health
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This type of wellness determines one’sability to find comfort, meaning, and hopewhen faced with difficult and often tragiccircumstances, allowing them to return to astate of psychological well-being.
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Spiritual Health
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This type of wellness requires a supportnetwork consisting of family, friends, andcoworkers and offers tremendous benefitsfor your health and wellness especially whendealing with difficult situations.
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Social Health
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Why do people commit suicide?
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Although no one knows for sure, theory suggests it is because they believe they:Are a burden to others, do not contribute to the group, are a liability to the group’s well-being orsafety, have no sense of belonging or connection to others or to the unit.
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What are some advanced warning signs of suicide?
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Express an intention of harming themselves, suicide plan, decreased or impaired emotionalstatus, access to the method of suicide described, thoughts of suicide.
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According to the trend data what were the most prevalent problems associatedwith suicide?
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Relationship problems, legal problems, financial problems, deployed in previous year,receiving psychological services
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What are common barriers that at-risk personnel face when seeking out help?
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Denying the problem exists, avoiding the problem altogether, fear that accessing help willresult in a negative career impact, fear that the chain of command will be contacted
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What are three common reactions that people have when faced with a suicide situation?
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Fear, anxiety, and anger
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What are the general goals for post-suicide intervention?
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Help friends and colleagues understand and begin the grieving process, to help maintainmission readiness and morale, identify/refer individuals who are at increased risk fordistress
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How does the Air Force define substance abuse?
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The use of any illicit drug, the misuse of any prescribed medication, or the abuse ofalcohol. Any substandard behavior or performance in which the consumption of alcohol isa primary contributing factor. Any pattern of unconventional misuse of any substance fornonmedical purposes that produces a known health risk or constitutes a danger to self orothers.
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What are some of the substandard behaviors/performances associated with alcohol abuse?
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Driving while intoxicated, driving under the influence, domestic disturbance, aberrantbehavior, altercations, or underage drinking
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What do the numbers in the 0-0-1-3 formula represent?
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0 = Number of underage individuals drinking alcohol0 = Number of individuals driving under the influence1 = Maximum number of alcoholic drinks per hour3 = Maximum numbers of alcoholic drinks per night
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What are some examples of how enlisted leaders can practice and advocate the deglamorizationof substance abuse?
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Responsible drinking at social outings, ensure nonalcoholic drinks are also available, shareconsequences of risky behavior, don’t promote alcohol drinking contests, don’t promotedrinking at all
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What are the five methods used by the Air Force to identify substance abuse?
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Self-Identification, Commander referrals, Medical identification, Substance-relatedincidents, drug testing
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What are some of the outward signs of substance abuse?
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Frequent financial shortages, avoids friends and colleagues, blames others for theirproblems and shortcomings, has complaints leveled concerning domestic disturbances orproblems at home, demonstrates a decline in personal appearance, complains of vagueillnesses
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How would you define intervention as it relates to substance abuse?
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The process of helping the member recognize at the earliest possible moment that he or sheneeds treatment for self-destructive drinking or drug abuse. This professionally structuredevent includes significant others in the member’s life.
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how would you define stress?
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Stress is the body’s reaction to an external demand, the physical, mental, and emotionalresponse to a situation.
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What are the organizational factors that can cause stress?
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Task Demands, role demands, interpersonal demands, organizational structure, andorganizational leadership
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What are the three general categories of stress symptoms?
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Behavioral, physiological, psychological
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What is the difference between combat stress and operational stress?
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Combat stress happens when there is a change in mental function or behavior duringcombat as a result of actual battle conditions or the potential for battle conditions Operational stress occurs when there are changes in mental functioning or behavior duringmilitary operations other than war.
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List at least five risk factors associated with combat/operational stress.
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Duration or deployment of more than six months, repeat deployments without sufficienttime to recover and reset, sleeping less than 6-8 hours per day on average, witnessing deathup close, especially of other Airmen or civilian non-combatants, being responsible for thedeath or serious injury of a non-combatant or allied combatant, being physically injured,handling remains, especially other Airmen, history of other stress injuries, previous mentalhealth problems, lack of mutual trust with other unit members, being impacted by family,relationship, or other home front stressors, being young and inexperienced, potentialexposure to nuclear, biological, and chemical agents.
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List at least 10 warning signs associated with combat/operational stress.24. What
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Hyperactivity, trembling or cowering, loss of feeling in limbs, loss of mobility, “spacedout” appearance, irritable or angry outburst, reckless behavior, poor hygiene, memory loss,inability or sleep or fear of sleep, hallucinations, misconduct, significant mood changes,withdrawal, depression, apathy, confusion, emotional outbursts, frantic, panicky behavior.
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What are the four types of PTSD signs?
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Reliving the event, avoiding situations that remind you of the event, feeling numb, feelingkeyed up.
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Discrimination based on color, nationalorigin, race, religion, or sex that is notauthorized by regulation.
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Unlawful Discrimination
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Actions taken to deprive an individual orgroup of a right because of color, nationalorigin, race, religion, or sex. Can occurovertly, covertly, intentionally, orunintentionally.
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Personal Discrimination
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The action by an institution that, through itspolicies or procedures, deprives a person orgroup of a right because of color, nationalorigin, race, religion, or sex.
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Systemic Discrimination
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A judgment against or an opinion contrary toanything without just grounds or sufficientknowledge.
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Prejudice
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Exaggerated belief about a category ofpeople. It rationalizes our conduct towardthat category.
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Stereotype
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Any attitude or action or a person orinstitutional structure that subordinates aperson of group because of race.
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Racism
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Attitudes and beliefs that one sex is superiorto another.
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Sexism
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How does the Air Force define Sexual Assault?
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Sexual assault is intentional sexual contact, characterized by use of force, threats,intimidation, abuse of authority, or when the victim does not or cannot consent.
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How does the Air Force define Consent?
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“Consent” shall not be deemed or construed to mean the failure by the victim to offerphysical resistance. Consent is not given when a person uses force, threat of force,coercion, or when the victim is asleep, incapacitated or unconscious.
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How does the Air Force define a:Bystander:Victim:Facilitator:Perpetrator:
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Bystander: A person who sees the potential for a sexual assault. Victim: The personassaulted by the perpetrator. Facilitator: The person who enables, encourages, or creates asituation that allows a perpetrator to act. Perpetrator: The criminal who assaults thevictim.
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What is the difference between restricted and unrestricted reporting?
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In unrestricted reporting an investigation is conducted, in restricted reporting a sexualassault victim can disclose details of his or her assault to specified individuals withouttriggering the official investigation process.
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Causing serious physical injury to another; using a deadlyweapon or dangerous instrument; committing an assaultby any means of force that causes temporary butsubstantial disfigurement, etc.
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Aggravated Assault
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Any act of violence, against persons or property, threats,intimidation, harassment, or other inappropriate,disruptive behavior that cause fear for personal safetyand/or involve a substantial risk of physical or emotionalharm to individuals, or damage to government resourcesor capabilities
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Workplace Violence
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When one responds to a workplace violence incident withan “I can handle it” attitude when the right thing to do isconsult with professional help
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Overconfidence
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The repeated, unreasonable, and unwanted actions byindividuals or groups directed at individuals or groupswith the intent to intimidate, harass, degrade, or offend.
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Workplace Bullying
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A violent physical or verbal attack, an unlawful threat, oran attempt to do violence or harm to somebody else
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Assault
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Not taking action associated with workplace violencewhen warning signs are evident.
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Inaction
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Places all employees on notice that threats, assaults, orother acts of violence, made directly or indirectly, even injest, toward other employees or customers will result insevere disciplinary action. Employees subjected to athreat or assault must immediately report the incident totheir commander. Employees are also encouraged toreport any unusual situation that has the potential to causeworkplace violence
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Zero Tolerance Policy
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