Duane Osterlind, LMFT
Duane Osterlind, LMFT
08: Combat Veterans: Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Addiction with Dr. Jessica Naughton
08: Combat Veterans: Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Addiction with Dr. Jessica Naughton
08: Combat Veterans: Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Addiction with Dr. Jessica Naughton
Tuesday 12th September 2017
Dr. Jessica Naughton discusses how PTSD leads to addiction in combat veterans and explores effective treatments on 'The Addicted Mind Podcast'.
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Duane Osterlind, LMFT
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Recovery from Trauma
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Combat Veterans and PTSD: The Hidden Link to Addiction
I think it's so sad when people are just numbed out for their entire life. And because you can't experience the good without experiencing the bad right, you can't just numb one part of your emotional spectrum out right.
Imagine surviving the horrors of combat only to face another battle at home—this is the reality for many veterans dealing with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and addiction. In this episode of 'The Addicted Mind Podcast', Dr. Jessica Naughton, a seasoned Clinical Psychologist, sheds light on the intricate connection between PTSD and substance abuse among combat veterans. Dr. Naughton explains how PTSD symptoms like hypervigilance and emotional numbness can drive veterans toward addiction as a coping mechanism.
She delves into the transformative power of prolonged exposure therapy, a method that encourages patients to confront and process their trauma, helping them find a path to recovery. The conversation also tackles the lingering stigma around PTSD in the military, which often prevents veterans from seeking the help they desperately need. Dr. Naughton shares poignant insights on why some individuals develop PTSD while others do not, emphasizing the importance of tailored therapeutic approaches.
Host Duane Osterlind underscores the critical role of trust in therapeutic relationships, offering valuable resources for veterans struggling with these dual challenges. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand the unique struggles faced by combat veterans and the evolving landscape of PTSD treatment.