Psychiatric Casualties

Jun 13 2024 53 mins 1
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This podcast is a clinical exploration into the untold truth of military mental healthcare from two insiders. Join Navy Veteran and psychologist, Mark Russell and Marine Veteran and psychologist, Charles Figley as they explore evidence of preventable generational wartime mental health crises, the "dark side" of the military's long-standing strategies to deal with its mental health dilemma, and what is required to truly transform behavioral health both within and outside of military populations.

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EP:9 Legal Prosecution, Incarceration and Executions of Mental Illness

Jun 13 2024 39 mins  
Send us a Text Message.A clinical discussion exploring the historical and ongoing neglect of psychiatric issues among military personnel, highlighting the severe consequences of this neglect through various wars, including World War II, Vietnam, and the recent conflicts in Afghanistan and Iraq. Discover the dark side of military discipline, the cruel treatments meted out to those s

EP:8 Historical Use of Punishment to maintain Discipline Among the Ranks

May 29 2024 53 mins  
Send us a Text Message.Some of the content in this episode may be disturbing to some of the listeners. Please be aware.In this raw and revealing episode, Mark Russell and Charles Figley tackle the harrowing subject of military mental health and the cruel punishments historically used to maintain discipline within the ranks. As they dig into the third chapter of their book, 'Psychia

Ep:7 Cruel and Inhumane Handling

May 16 2024 51 mins  
Send us a Text Message.Join Mark and Charles as they explore the shadows of military history, uncovering the stark reality of psychiatric neglect in the armed forces. In this episode your hosts explore Chapter 3 of their book, "Cruel and Inhumane Handling," shedding light on the military's failure to address the full cost of war on soldiers' mental health.Hear the chilling accounts

EP:6 Coping with Mental Anguish and Untreated Psychological Injuries

May 02 2024 63 mins  
Send us a Text Message.Mark Russell and Charles Figley unpack the complexities of psychiatric casualties, exploring the full scope of mental health crises and the systemic failures in addressing them. From cultural idioms of distress to the mislabeling of combat veterans, they shine a light on the urgent need for a holistic approach to military mental health care.They navigate the

EP:5 The Dark Side of Military Mental Health

Apr 18 2024 51 mins  
Send us a Text Message.In episode 5 Mark and Charles unravel the complex tapestry of war's psychological toll. They shed light on the broad spectrum of conditions that afflict service members beyond PTSD, including medically unexplained physical symptoms, neuropsychiatric diagnoses, and traumatic grief reactions.This discussion is not just a critique but a call to action, highlight

EP:4 Evolution of Military Psychiatry

Apr 05 2024 57 mins  
Send us a Text Message.Join Dr. Mark Russell and Dr. Charles Figley as they navigate the complex history of military mental health, uncovering the silent suffering behind the heroism. Their conversation takes a critical look at the evolution of military psychiatry, from the days of the Civil War to our contemporary conflicts, and the often-overlooked psychological traumas that acco

EP:3 A War to Die For: Combat and Mental Health

Mar 21 2024 54 mins  
Send us a Text Message.Join Mark and Charles on a journey through time as they trace the roots of military medicine back to Roman legions, navigating the delicate balance between maintaining an effective fighting force and providing essential mental health support. They trace the silhouette of war’s psychological toll that unravels the changing perceptions and legal battles that

EP:2 The Unseen Battle Scars of the Mind

Feb 28 2024 57 mins  
Send us a Text Message.War wounds are not always visible, and the battle scars of the mind can be as debilitating as any physical injury. Mark and Charles open up a long-overdue discussion on the unseen struggles of military mental health, tracing the historical neglect and systemic shortcomings in armed forces' approaches. The conversation is both a history lesson and a current af

EP1: Meet Mark Russell and Charles Figley

Feb 23 2024 55 mins  
Send us a Text Message.The psychological toll of war is vast, and the social costs of war’s psychiatric casualties extend even further. Yet military mental health care suffers from extensive waiting lists, organizational scandals, spikes in veteran suicide, narcotic over prescription, shortages of mental health professionals, and inadequate treatment. The prevalence of conditions