Evaluation of a Group-based, Skills Training for Increasing Mental Toughness
SAFEGUARD Life Force
Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
2,400 participants
Jan 20, 2026
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
The goal of the Life Force study is to (1) evaluate the efficacy of targeted, skills-based training for enhancing mental toughness and mitigating harmful and high-risk behaviors in active-duty Soldiers, and (2) to determine who benefits the most from this type of training. Researchers will compare the training group to a control group. All participants will complete a baseline survey and two follow up surveys at 6 and 12 months post-baseline. The group assigned to the Life Force training condition will also complete a 5-session, group-based, skills training program.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria3
- Active duty Soldiers in the regular Army
- Age 18 or older
- Stationed at Fort Hood, TX
Exclusion Criteria2
- Soldiers with self-identified plans of leaving active duty service within 12 months of the baseline assessment
- Soldiers having a planned permanent change in station (PCS) or deployment within 12 months of the baseline assessment
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Interventions
5-session, group-based, skills training program tailored specifically for active-duty Soldiers aimed at mitigating harmful and high-risk behaviors and promote Mental Toughness.
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NCT07050238