AFI44-172_AFRCSUP governs Air Force mental health services, confidentiality, command communication, and Limited Privilege Suicide Prevention.
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The publication addresses mental health assessment and treatment for USAF personnel and beneficiaries with mental health concerns. It establishes confidentiality rules, communication conditions between mental health providers and commanders or supervisors, and the scope of the Limited Privilege Suicide Prevention Program.
Applies to: It applies to all AFRC units, it does not apply to RegAF, Space Force, or the Air National Guard.
Providers must report suspected child abuse or neglect to military agencies and/or local child protective authorities. (paragraph 102-484)
Providers must report any threat to commit crimes or fraud. (paragraph 2)
Providers must take steps to protect individuals from harm when they have reason to believe there is a serious threat to the life or safety of the individual or others. (paragraph 3)
Providers are required to report all sexual assaults to the Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC). (paragraph 5)
The provider believes there is a serious risk of harm to a specific military operational mission. Such serious risk may include disorders that significantly impact impulsivity, insight, reliability, and judgment. (paragraph 3)