EP:2 The Coping Cocktails. Challenges Faced by Military Health Professionals
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Ever found yourself wondering about the mental health challenges faced by our military health professionals? We're taking a hard look at this topic, covering everything from the alarming suicide rates to issues such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, and alcohol use disorder. We have a candid discussion about the unique stresses of military life, the devastating aftermath of moral injuries during deployment, and the often-underplayed difficulties of returning to civilian life.
So, let's embark on this journey together, sharing experiences, thoughts, and hopes for the future of mental health in the military. This episode is rich with insights, so tune in and join the conversation. Together, we can make a difference.
Morris, R. (2017). Divorce rates by job industry: military vets and baby boomers
https://americanaddictioncenters.org/rehab-guide/addiction-statistics/medical-professionals
https://media.defense.gov/2020/Aug/12/2002475605/-1/-1/1/DODIG-2020-112_REDACTED.PDF
https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0246602
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Intro/Outro/Disclaimer Credits:
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Chapters
1. Mental Health and Military Professionals (00:00:00)
2. Challenges Faced by Military Members (00:16:16)
3. Military Mental Health Care Challenges (00:22:54)
4. Mental Health Care Challenges and Delays (00:35:40)
5. Mental Health Crisis in the Military (00:50:30)
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