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Ep 361: Breaking the Stigma: How Veterans Can Overcome PTSD with New Therapies | Dr. Tim Vermillion
In this Ones Ready Podcast episode, Aaron and Peaches sit down with Dr. Tim Vermillion to explore essential topics on mental health, stress management, and support for military veterans. Dr. Vermillion shares his personal journey from the military to becoming a therapist, offering valuable insights into the impact of stress on the body and mind. They delve into the importance of breath work, physical activity, and the early signs of unhealthy coping mechanisms. Dr. Vermillion explains therapeutic approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) for treating PTSD.
The conversation also touches on groundbreaking treatments, including psychedelic therapies, hyperbaric therapy, and transmagnetic stimulation, with a focus on the VA’s ongoing research. Dr. Vermillion emphasizes the critical role of active listening, non-confrontational support, and the military’s efforts to destigmatize mental health struggles. He encourages veterans to seek help and be open about their challenges, offering hope through new and evolving therapies.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
09:45 Understanding Stress and Its Management
18:29 The Role of Breath Work and Physical Activity
22:18 Recognizing Early Warning Signs of Unhealthy Coping
26:23 Treating PTSD with CBT and EMDR
32:23 Expanding Stress Tolerance
34:18 Supporting Others in Managing Stress and Trauma
34:31 Supporting Veterans' Mental Health
36:05 Active Listening and Non-Confrontational Approaches
37:02 Avoiding Directive Language
38:09 Substances and Inhibiting the Healing Process
40:29 Self-Medication and Negative Effects
41:35 Comparing Substances: Alcohol, Tobacco, and Marijuana
48:07 Destigmatizing Mental Health in the Military
51:47 Following Mentors and Gaining Tacit Knowledge
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