Active Duty US Army Sergeant First Class Shares His Tips for Managing and Thriving with PTSD

NOV 27, 201933 MIN
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Active Duty US Army Sergeant First Class Shares His Tips for Managing and Thriving with PTSD

NOV 27, 201933 MIN

Description

LaShawn sits down with an active duty US Army Sergeant First Class as he shares his personal tips for managing and thriving with PTSD. Having had a diagnosis for over a decade, this service member overcame alcohol abuse and got the help he needed to build a life that he is extremely proud of. He touches on the importance of community, therapy, and the sharing of information and resources as well as how all of these factors play a part in his effective leadership as he continues to serve this country. This interview will be helpful for anyone wondering if therapy is the right option, or who may need to hear that there is hope--even after the diagnosis--for a bright future.