Psychiatric Casualties

By: Dr. Mark Russell & Dr. Charles Figley
  • Summary

  • This podcast is a clinical exploration into the untold truth of military mental healthcare from two insiders. Join Navy Veteran and psychologist, Mark Russell and Marine Veteran and psychologist, Charles Figley as they explore evidence of preventable generational wartime mental health crises, the "dark side" of the military's long-standing strategies to deal with its mental health dilemma, and what is required to truly transform behavioral health both within and outside of military populations.

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Episodes
  • Purging Weakness & Pension Trauma Debate
    Sep 20 2024

    Mark and Charles talk about Chapter 7 of their book, "Psychiatric Casualties," focusing on the military's strategy of purging weakness to avoid learning from war trauma. They discuss the historical context of trauma pension debates, the ineffectiveness of psychiatric screenings, and the ongoing struggle to recognize PTSD as legitimate suffering. The episode also highlights the military's reluctance to address mental health issues and the consequences of ignoring these critical lessons.

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    1 hr
  • The Cost of Denial: Adaptive and Maladaptive Denial
    Sep 6 2024

    Today's episode taps into the discussion of the historical context of denial in military mental health, the consequences of this denial, and the ongoing challenges faced by service members. Mark and Charles also touch on their personal anecdotes, the role of denial in both adaptive and maladaptive forms, and the importance of accountability and systemic change.

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    For further insights and to join the conversation, reach out to Mark at mrussellphd@gmail.com. Your engagement can help pave the way for a future where military mental health is no longer a silent battlefield.

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    48 mins
  • The Hidden Costs of War
    Aug 23 2024

    In this episode, Charles Figley, along with Mark Russell and Kathy Regan Figley, discuss the chronic neglect of psychiatric casualties and how the military frequently ignores the full cost of war. The conversation touches on a range of topics, including traumatic memories, fear-related symptoms, and the systemic issues that prevent proper mental health care for service members. The episode also highlights historical and contemporary examples of how denial and ineffective methods have impaired trust and caused considerable harm to military personnel. Join the discussion to gain a deeper understanding of the mental health challenges faced by veterans and the urgent need for systemic change.


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    For further insights and to join the conversation, reach out to Mark at mrussellphd@gmail.com. Your engagement can help pave the way for a future where military mental health is no longer a silent battlefield.

    Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com

    Download on Apple Play and Google Play


    Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month.


    Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!

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    1 hr and 53 mins

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