Episodios

  • #46: PTSD and Reducing Suicide Risk

    #46: PTSD and Reducing Suicide Risk
    Jan 7 2025
    Dr. Joseph Simonetti discusses “lethal means safety” as a proactive approach to reducing suicide risk, particularly among individuals with PTSD and other mental health conditions. He offers tips for managing access to medications, firearms, and household items and discusses helpful VA resources like the Safety Plan app. Check out www.ptsd.va.gov for more information!

    Closed Caption Transcript is available at: https://www.sharedfedtraining.org/Podcasts/PTSDBytes_EP46.pdf ===============================
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  • #45: Navigating PTSD in the Workplace

    #45: Navigating PTSD in the Workplace
    Dec 10 2024
    For some people, PTSD can make finding and keeping a job difficult. On this episode, Dr. Elissa McCarthy joins us to talk about common workplace challenges for individuals with PTSD and share tips and resources for overcoming obstacles so that you can thrive at work.

    Closed Caption Transcript is available at: https://www.sharedfedtraining.org/Podcasts/PTSDBytes_EP45.pdf ===============================
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  • #44: PTSD and Traumatic Brain Injury

    #44: PTSD and Traumatic Brain Injury
    Nov 12 2024
    In this episode, Dr. Micaela Cornis-Pop and Dr. Joel Scholten explain the connections between traumatic brain injury (TBI) and PTSD, particularly among Veterans. They discuss ways to manage symptoms through lifestyle changes and digital resources, such as the Concussion Coach mobile app. They also discuss treatment options for people who experience both TBI and PTSD.

    Closed Caption Transcript is available at: https://www.sharedfedtraining.org/Podcasts/PTSDBytes_EP44.pdf ===============================
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  • #43: PTSD and Chronic Pain

    #43: PTSD and Chronic Pain
    Oct 15 2024
    Chronic pain is very common, affecting about 1 in 4 people in the US, and can impact our lives in many ways. In this episode, Drs. Murphy and Hadlandsmyth explain the difference between acute (short-term) and chronic (long-term) pain, and the relationship between pain and PTSD. They also talk about treatment options and digital tools for self-management of pain symptoms.

    Closed Caption Transcript is available at: https://www.sharedfedtraining.org/Podcasts/PTSDBytes_EP43.pdf ===============================
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  • #42: PTSD Later in Life

    #42: PTSD Later in Life
    Sep 10 2024
    PTSD symptoms can appear, increase, or otherwise change as we age. On this episode, Dr. Jennifer Moye talks about PTSD later in life, the resilience of older adults, and why it's never too late to seek treatment.

    Closed Caption Transcript is available at: https://www.sharedfedtraining.org/Podcasts/PTSDBytes_EP42.pdf ===============================
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  • #41: PTSD and Eating Disorders

    #41: PTSD and Eating Disorders
    Aug 13 2024
    Did you know that Veterans are more likely to have eating disorders than non-Veterans? On this episode of PTSD Bytes, Dr. Joanna Dognin breaks down stereotypes about eating disorders, explains the relationship between trauma and disordered eating behaviors, and talks about how to get help.

    Closed Caption Transcript is available at: https://www.sharedfedtraining.org/Podcasts/PTSDBytes_EP41.pdf ===============================
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  • #40: How Veterans Inform VA Mental Health Apps

    #40: How Veterans Inform VA Mental Health Apps
    Jul 9 2024
    VA’s National Center for PTSD develops mental health apps for a range of mental health concerns, like PTSD, insomnia, anger, and much more. Dr. Sarah Senti discusses the importance of feedback from Veterans to guide the development of VA mental health apps, and explains how Veterans can share their input or volunteer to participate in user testing.

    Closed Caption Transcript is available at: https://www.sharedfedtraining.org/Podcasts/PTSDBytes_EP40.pdf ===============================
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  • #39: PTSD and Navigating the Legal System

    #39: PTSD and Navigating the Legal System
    Jun 11 2024
    In this episode, Dr. Matthew Stimmel explores the connection between PTSD, Veterans, and the criminal legal system. He also shares resources for Veterans who have been arrested or incarcerated, including the VA’s Veterans Justice Outreach Program and Veterans Treatment Courts.

    Closed Caption Transcript is available at: https://www.sharedfedtraining.org/Podcasts/PTSDBytes_EP39.pdf ===============================
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