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What is Army Well-Being?
Army Well-Being is the personal—physical, material, mental, and spiritual-state of the Army Family, including Soldiers (active, reserve, and guard), retirees, veterans, DA civilians, and all their Families, that contributes to their preparedness to perform and support the Army's mission.
What is the focus of Army Well-Being?
To take care of our Army Family before, during, and after deployments.
What are the four basic dimensions of individual life experience that Well-Being includes?
- Physical state 2. Material state 3. Mental state 4. Spiritual state
What are the four institutional outcomes that are a function of the actions people take in response to their views of the actions of the institution?
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What are the four individual aspirations of Well-Being?
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What are the four strategic goals linked to the Well-Being framework that must be achieved for Army Well-Being?
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What is Military discipline founded upon?
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How is Military discipline developed?
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Who is required to strictly obey and promptly execute the legal orders of their lawful Seniors?
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Are Soldiers off duty required to render respect to Seniors, The Colors and National Anthem?
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When is it required that all military personnel present a neat, soldierly appearance?
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What should leaders do when a Soldier's conduct violates good order and military discipline?
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What should the senior officer, WO, or NCO do if military police are not present where a Soldier's conduct violates good order and military discipline?
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Who is authorized and directed to quell all quarrels, frays, and disorders among persons subject to military law and to apprehend participants?
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How should Military authority be exercised?
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What is one of the most effective administrative corrective measures?
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How must the training, instruction, or correction action given to a Soldier to correct deficiencies be?
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When may corrective measures be taken?
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Are the corrective measures punishment?
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How long should corrective measures be taken?
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What should all levels of command ensure about corrective measures?
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What are essential ingredients of military justice?
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Can Commanders direct subordinates to take particular disciplinary actions?
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Can military personnel participate in extremist organizations and activities?
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What are extremist organizations and activities?
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What is the Operational Language of the Army?
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Is the use of English for personal communications that are unrelated to military functions required?
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When is the use of English required?
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When are relationships between different ranks prohibited?
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Can officers and enlisted personnel have an ongoing business relationship?
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When is it authorized for a business relationship between officers and enlisted personnel?
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Can Soldiers that are Officers and Enlisted loan money to each other?
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Is dating and intimate relationships between officers and enlisted personnel authorized?
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What should two enlisted members that are dating do if one begins a program that will lead to them becoming an Officer?
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Are relationships between permanent party personnel and initial entry training trainees authorized?
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Can evaluation reports contain any information regarding the employment or educational activities of the Soldier's spouse?
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What is Hazing?
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Is a reasonable number of repetitions of authorized physical exercises considered Hazing?
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Are informal funds authorized?
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What are examples of informal funds that are authorized?
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What is misuse of a Government charge card?
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What is improper use of the Government charge card?
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Can a person convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence be issued a weapon or ammo?
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What is required if Soldiers with qualifying convictions of Domestic Violence?
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How will Soldiers that are convicted of Domestic Violence perform their annual Weapons Qualification?
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Can Soldiers with Convictions of Domestic Violence be placed in leadership, supervisory, or property accountability positions?
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Can Soldiers with a conviction of Domestic Violence re-enlist?
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Can a Soldier make monetary contributions to a political organization?
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Can a Soldier be a candidate for, or hold, civil office?
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Can a Soldier wear a uniform or use any Government property or facilities when supporting political functions?
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Can a Soldier serve as a regular or reserve civilian law enforcement officer?
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When must Soldiers implement Family Care Plans?
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Who must have a Family Care Plan?
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What is the Form number for the Family Care Plan?
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What are the forms required to complete a Family Care Plan?
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When must single pregnant female Soldiers be counseled on requirements for a Family Care Plan?
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How long do Soldiers have to complete the Family Care Plan after being counseled by the Commander?
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What should a Commander do if a deployed Soldier's circumstances beyond the Soldier's control preclude the designated guardian from exercising those responsibilities?
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What should a Commander do if a Soldier fails to complete a Family Care Plan?
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When must Family Care Plans be recertified?
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Can Soldiers wear religious jewelry, apparel, or articles while in uniform?
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Can religious headgear be worn while in uniform?
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Study Notes
Army Well-Being
- Army Well-Being encompasses the physical, material, mental, and spiritual states of the Army Family, including Soldiers, retirees, and DA civilians.
- Focus is on supporting the Army Family before, during, and after deployments.
- Four dimensions of individual life experience are:
- Physical: health and wellness, achieved through a healthy lifestyle.
- Material: essential needs such as shelter, food, and financial resources.
- Mental: needs for learning, growth, recognition, and acceptance.
- Spiritual: religious or philosophical needs that support values and endurance.
Institutional and Individual Aspirations
- Four institutional outcomes from individual actions:
- Attracting, Developing, Retaining, Supporting personnel.
- Four individual aspirations of Well-Being:
- To Serve, To Live, To Connect, To Grow.
- Four strategic goals for Army Well-Being include opportunity for service, standard of living, pride/sense of belonging, and personal enrichment.
Military Discipline
- Founded on self-discipline, respect for authority, and the professional Army ethic.
- Developed through individual and group training fostering proper conduct and obedience to authority.
- All military personnel must strictly obey and execute the lawful orders of their superiors.
Conduct and Appearance
- Soldiers must show respect to superiors, the Colors, and the National Anthem constantly.
- A neat, soldierly appearance is mandatory at all times.
- Appropriate actions must be taken if a Soldier's conduct violates good military order.
Authority and Corrective Measures
- Military authority should be exercised promptly, firmly, courteously, and fairly.
- Extra training or instruction is an effective corrective measure; it must directly address specific deficiencies.
- Corrective measures are not considered punishment and must be used without oppression, following procedural safeguards.
Relationships and Conduct Regulations
- Participation in extremist organizations is prohibited for military personnel.
- English is the operational language of the Army but is not required for personal communications.
- Certain relationships, such as between different military ranks, are regulated to avoid perceived partiality or exploitation.
Financial Conduct and Hazing
- Soldiers are not allowed to loan money between ranks and must avoid inappropriate relationships.
- Hazing includes any cruel or abusive conduct towards another service member.
- Informal funds for community activities, like coffee or picnics, are authorized.
Domestic Violence Regulations
- Military personnel with a misdemeanor conviction of domestic violence cannot possess weapons or re-enlist.
- Those with qualifying convictions must be reported for compliance with laws.
- Soldiers with such convictions are barred from leadership and supervisory roles.
Political Activities
- Soldiers can donate to political organizations but cannot hold civil office or participate in political functions in uniform.
- Serving in civilian law enforcement or rescue squads is permissible in a private capacity, avoiding military authority.
Family Care Plans
- Required for single parents, custodial parents, and dual military couples during periods of absence.
- Completions and annual recertifications using DA Form 5305 are mandatory.
- Commanders can offer leave to deployed Soldiers if their designated guardian cannot fulfill responsibilities.
Religious Expression
- Soldiers may wear religious jewelry and headgear while in uniform, provided they are neat and do not interfere with military attire or duties.
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