The Impact of Mental Health on Soldiers

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This chapter discusses the impact of mental health and physiological changes on the battlefield. It highlights the lack of understanding and advancement in the understanding of conditions experienced by soldiers. The chapter also mentions the reliance on psychiatric diagnoses and long-term use of drugs, which can have negative effects.

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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