AE Form 40-6A Unit Commander Request for Mental Health Evaluation

What Is AE Form 40-6A?

This is a legal form that was released by the Army in Europe Library & Publishing System on September 1, 2015 and used country-wide. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.

FAQ

Q: What is AE Form 40-6A?
A: AE Form 40-6A is a Unit Commander Request forMental Health Evaluation form.

Q: Who can use AE Form 40-6A?
A: Unit commanders can use AE Form 40-6A to request a mental health evaluation for their unit members.

Q: What is the purpose of AE Form 40-6A?
A: The purpose of AE Form 40-6A is to initiate a mental health evaluation for a unit member when there are concerns about their mental well-being or fitness for duty.

Q: How can unit commanders use AE Form 40-6A?
A: Unit commanders can fill out AE Form 40-6A and submit it to the appropriate mental health service provider or medical authority.

Q: What happens after AE Form 40-6A is submitted?
A: After AE Form 40-6A is submitted, the mental health service provider or medical authority will arrange for a mental health evaluation for the unit member.

Q: Are mental health evaluations confidential?
A: Yes, mental health evaluations are confidential. The information gathered during the evaluation is protected by privacy laws.

Q: Can AE Form 40-6A be used for emergencies?
A: No, AE Form 40-6A is not intended for emergencies. In case of an emergency, immediate medical attention should be sought.

Q: What should be done if there are immediate safety concerns for a unit member?
A: If there are immediate safety concerns for a unit member, the appropriate emergency response should be activated, such as calling 911 or contacting local emergency services.