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Faces of Combat: Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Traumatic Brain Injury – Special Encore Presentation!
Faces of Combat: Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Traumatic Brain Injury – Special Encore Presentation!
Faces of Combat: Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Traumatic Brain Injury – Special Encore Presentation!
Monday 25th May 2009
Pulitzer Prize-winner Eric Newhouse talks PTSD and TBI in veterans, highlighting their struggles and innovative support solutions on 'One Hour AT A Time'.
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Get the buttons here!The Hidden Battles: PTSD and TBI in Combat Veterans with Eric Newhouse
I've talked to a bunch of Iraqi vets who come from patriotic homes. Westbridge is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the recovery of families and individuals who experience co-occurring mental illness and substance use disorders.
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Eric Newhouse joins Mary Woods in this compelling episode of 'One Hour AT A Time' to discuss the invisible wounds of war—Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). Newhouse, known for his groundbreaking series 'Alcohol: Cradle to Grave', brings his investigative prowess to the table, shedding light on the severe impact of modern warfare on soldiers' mental health.
He dives into the complexities of these conditions, explaining how advanced weaponry contributes to both physical and psychological trauma. The episode takes an emotional turn as Mary recounts the tragic story of Chris Dana, a veteran who took his own life after being failed by the system meant to support him. This heart-wrenching narrative underscores the urgent need for better care and understanding of veterans' struggles.
Newhouse also touches on the dehumanization faced by women in the military, adding another layer of complexity to the conversation. But it's not all grim; the episode also explores innovative solutions and support systems like Westbridge, which focuses on helping families and individuals dealing with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
For anyone interested in the real-life challenges faced by combat veterans and the ongoing efforts to support their recovery, this episode offers both sobering insights and rays of hope.