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Other People Have It Worse: Veteran Jason Kander on PTSD & Recognizing You Need Help

It’s OK That You’re Not OK with Megan Devine

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Addressing Trauma and the Impact of Popular Culture

Exploring the conflict between portraying a positive image on social media and the importance of vulnerability, reflecting on how movies like Top Gun influence views on trauma, and emphasizing the significance of therapy over heroic acts in healing from PTSD. The chapter discusses the need for truthful storytelling, representation of post-traumatic growth, and the importance of seeking proper care and not comparing one's trauma to others.

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