PTSD Bytes
Welcome to the VA podcast series, PTSD Bytes! In each episode, host and clinical psychologist Colleen Becket-Davenport from the VA National Center for PTSD talks to an expert or innovator about how technology can support people with PTSD or other mental health concerns. There are many resources out there, so join us for “bite-sized” episodes featuring practical information you can use or share. Visit www.ptsd.va.gov/podcast for more information.
Episodes
April 9, 2024 • 11 mins
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is a chronic illness that disproportionately affects the Veteran community. In this episode of the PTSD Bytes podcast, Dr. Hemmy discusses risk factors for contracting HIV, challenges after receiving a positive diagnosis, and tips for people who have both HIV and PTSD to help navigate treatment.
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March 12, 2024 • 11 mins
In this episode, we explore PTSD resources available for active duty and reserve component service members. Dr Greg Reger, psychologist and Guard member, explains the unique challenges each group faces when seeking treatment for PTSD. He also discusses free digital tools and how they can be used for self-care or incorporated into treatment.
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February 13, 2024 • 11 mins
In this second episode of a two-part series, Lisa-Ann Cuccurullo addresses more myths about PTSD, its symptoms, and whether it can be treated. She also describes how you can work together with a mental health provider as your partner to choose a treatment that works best for you.
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January 16, 2024 • 10 mins
There are many common myths about what causes PTSD and what recovery looks like. In the first episode of a two-part series, Dr. Kelly Maieritsch debunks some of these misconceptions and recommends a resource to better understand the experiences of people living with PTSD.
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December 12, 2023 • 12 mins
Suicide is a major public health problem. Dr. Greg Brown discusses risk factors for suicide, such as PTSD, and how a safety plan can help people manage a suicidal crisis. Learn tips for making a safety plan and things to consider for keeping your plan on paper or in the Safety Plan mobile app. Find out how to talk to your loved ones if they are having thoughts of suicide.
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November 14, 2023 • 12 mins
Social media has both benefits and drawbacks. In this episode, Dr. Price discusses the relationship between social media use and mental health, particularly PTSD. He will offer tips on how to balance your social media and device use to best support your mental health.
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Closed Caption Transcript is available at: https://www.sharedfedtraining.org/Podcasts/PTSDBytes_EP32.pdf ===============================
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October 17, 2023 • 11 mins
Natural disasters and mass violence affect individuals, first responders, and whole communities. Dr. Patricia Watson discusses common reactions to these types of events. Learn how to take care of your mental health and how to support others in the days, weeks, and months after. Explore digital tools that can help you manage symptoms of PTSD or depression, and learn when to consider professional help.
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September 12, 2023 • 11 mins
LGBTQ+ people are at a higher risk of trauma and discrimination because of their sexual orientation and/or gender identity. In this episode, Dr. Eve Rosenfeld talks about the impact of trauma on the LGBTQ+ community and shares mental health resources including digital tools
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Closed Caption Transcript is available at: https://www.sharedfedtraining.org/Podcasts/PTSDBytes_EP30.pdf ===============================
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August 15, 2023 • 11 mins
With so many mental health apps available, finding one that works for you can be a challenge. In this episode, Dr. John Torous discusses the benefits of using mental health apps and the tools for findings apps that meet your needs, protect your data, and are backed by research.
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July 11, 2023 • 11 mins
Attending mental health appointments via video can be a convenient way to receive care without needing to travel or leave your home. Dr. Cindy Woolverton discusses the benefits of video mental health care and offers tips on getting started. Learn about the different resources available to help you find a provider and get comfortable using video technology.
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June 13, 2023 • 11 mins
Problems and stress are a normal part of life, but sometimes they can feel overwhelming. Dr. Shannon Sisco discusses how Problem-Solving Therapy can help you learn to solve big and small problems in your life and teach you how to cope with the stress that comes with them. Learn about Moving Forward, a web-based course that can be done on your own or to support Problem-Solving Therapy.
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May 9, 2023 • 11 mins
Everyone responds to racism differently, and reactions can include anxiety, depression, and even PTSD. Dr. Brittany Hall-Clark discusses racial stress and trauma and shares how to heal from trauma while living in a world where racism still exists. Learn about different types of treatment for race-based stress, and tools to empower you to cope.
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April 11, 2023 • 14 mins
Learn about Spanish-language resources for PTSD in this special, bilingual podcast episode. Cybele Merrick describes how you can learn more about PTSD on the National Center for PTSD’s website, tips for seeking treatment or trying an app like PTSD Coach or COVID Coach in Spanish. In the second half of the episode, Maria Lebron Quintana describes this information in Spanish.
En este episodio especial de nuestro podcast bilingüe apre...
En este episodio especial de nuestro podcast bilingüe apre...
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March 14, 2023 • 11 mins
Older adults (age 65 and over) experience unique challenges when it comes to mental health. Dr. Christine Gould explains how technology can make it easier. Discover how apps like PTSD Coach and Mindfulness Coach can help, and where to find resources for older adults who would like support for learning this technology.
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February 14, 2023 • 11 mins
If you have PTSD and try not to think about the trauma or go places that remind you of it – that is avoidance. Dr. Sadie Larsen explains why people with PTSD avoid, how to recognize it, and how avoidance can interfere with recovery. Learn about different types of therapy and tools in the PTSD Coach app that can help with PTSD and avoidance.
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January 10, 2023 • 11 mins
Many Veterans with PTSD may not recognize or talk about their symptoms, let alone know how to find the right treatment. Dr. Jessica Hamblen tells us about the AboutFace website, where you can watch videos of real Veterans talking about their experiences with PTSD and how treatment helped them.
www.ptsd.va.gov/aboutface
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December 6, 2022 • 11 mins
Parenting may be challenging, even more so if you have PTSD. Dr. Shelley Fenstermacher describes how you can talk to your kids at any age about PTSD. Get support from the many free parenting resources offered by VA, such as the online course “Parenting for Veterans.”
Closed Caption Transcript is available at: https://www.sharedfedtraining.org/Podcasts/PTSDBytes_EP21.pdf ===============================
Closed Caption Transcript is available at: https://www.sharedfedtraining.org/Podcasts/PTSDBytes_EP21.pdf ===============================
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November 8, 2022 • 11 mins
People with PTSD are more likely to use tobacco, even though tobacco use negatively impacts health. In this episode, Dr. Ellen Herbst explains nicotine dependence and debunks the myth that quitting will make PTSD symptoms worse. Find out ways to get support to quit or cut back on tobacco use, such as the Stay Quit Coach mobile app.
Closed Caption Transcript is available at: https://www.sharedfedtraining.org/Podcasts/PTSDBytes_EP20.p...
Closed Caption Transcript is available at: https://www.sharedfedtraining.org/Podcasts/PTSDBytes_EP20.p...
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October 11, 2022 • 10 mins
After a trauma, you might find it harder to do the things that give your life meaning, such as work or relationships. Dr. Robyn Walser talks about how Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and the mobile app ACT Coach may help you not just feel better, but live a more meaningful life.
Closed Caption Transcript is available at: https://www.sharedfedtraining.org/Podcasts/PTSDBytes_EP19.pdf
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September 27, 2022 • 11 mins
If you’ve experienced trauma, you may struggle with managing your emotions and relationships. Dr. Marylene Cloitre and Dr. Annabel Prins describe how STAIR therapy can help build up these skills, and available digital resources for support.
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