The speaker recounts their experience as part of a seal platoon in Africa, tasked with protecting an envoy mediating between warring tribes. They describe the chaotic and dangerous environment they encountered, including crashed airplanes and a field hospital that had been attacked.
The story of Navy SEAL, Ryan Larkin.
The physical and mental toll of service lasts long after the uniform is retired. Many of those who are suffering are not seeking help or treatment, or they may not even know how to vocalize what they are feeling. They may pull away from family and friends and isolate themselves, a known precursor to suicidal ideation. They may be suffering from undiagnosed traumatic brain injuries that mimics psychological ailments or PTSD.
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