PTSD Bytes Veterans Health Administration

Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is a chronic illness that disproportionately affects the Veteran community. In this episode of the PTSD Bytes podcast, Dr. Hemmy discusses risk factors for contracting HIV, challenges after receiving a positive diagnosis, and tips for people who have both HIV and PTSD to help navigate treatment.

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In this episode, we explore PTSD resources available for active duty and reserve component service members. Dr Greg Reger, psychologist and Guard member, explains the unique challenges each group faces when  seeking treatment for PTSD. He also discusses free digital tools and how they can be used for self-care or incorporated into treatment.

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In this second episode of a two-part series, Lisa-Ann Cuccurullo addresses more myths about PTSD, its symptoms, and whether it can be treated. She also describes how you can work together with a mental health provider as your partner to choose a treatment that works best for you.

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There are many common myths about what causes PTSD and what recovery looks like. In the first episode of a two-part series, Dr. Kelly Maieritsch debunks some of these misconceptions and recommends a resource to better understand the experiences of people living with PTSD.

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Suicide is a major public health problem. Dr. Greg Brown discusses risk factors for suicide, such as PTSD, and how a safety plan can help people manage a suicidal crisis. Learn tips for making a safety plan and things to consider for keeping your plan on paper or in the Safety Plan mobile app. Find out how to talk to your loved ones if they are having thoughts of suicide.

Closed Caption Transcript is available at: https://www.sharedfedtraining.org/Podcasts/PTSDBytes_EP33.pdf ===============================

Social media has both benefits and drawbacks. In this episode, Dr. Price discusses the relationship between social media use and mental health, particularly PTSD. He will offer tips on how to balance your social media and device use to best support your mental health.

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