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Staying Connected

This vertical flyer shares six tips for staying connected during deployments and permanent change of station (PCS).
The flyer’s top banner is black, white, and yellow and has the text, “Staying Connected” written at the top. There is text underneath that says, “Deployments and Permanent Change of Station (PCS) transitions are an important part of military life, filled with new opportunities and experiences. However, the challenges of moving and separating from family may contribute to loneliness and social isolation. Learn what steps you can take to feel more connected.
Below the top banner, there are six tips to combat loneliness including:
Shift focus to others,
Pursue a hobby or interest,
Bond with your unit,
Nurture your connections,
Meet new people and try new activities,
Embrace alone time.
The Real Warriors logo is in the bottom right corner.

Facebook:

Sound off! How do you stay connected?

You may feel lonely sometimes. Learn ways to optimize your social relationships and combat loneliness. Stay connected - Health.mil/RealWarriors.

#MentalHealthIsHealth
#RealWarriors

Instagram/Threads:

Sound off! How do you stay connected?

You may feel lonely sometimes. Learn ways to optimize your social relationships and combat loneliness. Stay connected - Health.mil/RealWarriors 

#MentalHealthIsHealth
#RealWarriors

Twitter/X:

Looking for ways to stay connected? Try one of these tips from @RealWarriors.

#MentalHealthIsHealth
#RealWarriors

LinkedIn:

Providers: What evidence-based strategies help your patients stay connected?

Social connections can improve health. Visit health.mil/RealWarriors for six tips to help your patients increase their social support and improve their relationships.

Real Warriors Campaign can enhance your work to support the mental health of active duty members, veterans, and military families. Visit health.mil/RealWarriors.

#MentalHealthIsHealth #RealWarriors

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This vertical flyer shares six tips for staying connected during deployments and permanent change of station.

The flyer’s top banner is black, white, and yellow and has the text, “Staying Connected” written at the top. There is text underneath that says, “Deployments and Permanent Change of Station transitions are an important part of military life, filled with new opportunities and experiences. However, the challenges of moving and separating from family may contribute to loneliness and social isolation. Learn what steps you can take to feel more connected.

Below the top banner, there are six tips to combat loneliness including:

  • Shift focus to others
  • Pursue a hobby or interest
  • Bond with your unit
  • Nurture your connections
  • Meet new people and try new activities
  • Embrace alone time

The Real Warriors logo is in the bottom right corner.

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Last Updated: March 21, 2024
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