Duane Osterlind, LMFT
Duane Osterlind, LMFT
41: Veterans & First Responders with Timothy Wienecke
41: Veterans & First Responders with Timothy Wienecke
41: Veterans & First Responders with Timothy Wienecke
Thursday 19th July 2018
Timothy Wienecke highlights the mental health challenges faced by veterans and first responders and calls for better support systems in this episode of 'The Addicted Mind Podcast'.
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Duane Osterlind, LMFT
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Get the buttons here!Supporting Our Heroes: Mental Health for Veterans and First Responders
We need to bring mental health issues into the light so that our first responders and veterans can be prepared to do what they need to do, but also not sacrifice their mental health at the same time.
Ever thought about the mental toll on those who serve and protect us? In this episode of 'The Addicted Mind Podcast', host Duane Osterlind chats with Timothy Wienecke, a veteran who's dedicated his life to advocating for the mental health of veterans and first responders. Timothy, drawing from his own military experience, sheds light on the unique challenges faced by these heroes. From PTSD to traumatic brain injuries, many veterans and first responders struggle silently, often without adequate resources.
Timothy emphasizes the dire need for better mental health support, especially for non-combat veterans and those with dishonorable discharges, who are frequently overlooked. He also highlights the importance of integrating mental health clinicians into emergency response teams, offering a holistic approach to handling high-stress situations. The episode doesn't shy away from tough topics like the alarming suicide rates among veterans and the critical role of therapies like dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) in recovery.
Timothy's insights are a call to action for better mental health care and support for those who've sacrificed so much. Tune in to understand how we can all play a part in supporting our heroes.