Army tests new program to forge mental toughness in soldiers

NCT ID NCT07050238

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests a 5-session group training program called Life Force designed to boost mental toughness and reduce harmful behaviors in active-duty Soldiers. Researchers will compare 2400 Soldiers at Fort Hood who receive the training to a control group. Participants will complete surveys at the start and again at 6 and 12 months to see if the program makes a difference.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Life Force skills training program
What this could lead to: If it works, this could provide an effective, scalable program to help Soldiers build mental toughness and reduce harmful behaviors.
What could go wrong: This is an early-stage behavioral study with subjective self-reported outcomes. Results may not generalize beyond this specific Army base or time frame.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Risk Reduction Behavior

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The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

MENTAL TOUGHNESS RESILIENCE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Fort Hood
RECRUITING

Killeen, Texas, 76544, United States

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