Veterans Talk- PTSD VS Depression VS Attention seekers

Military Broadcast Radio | MBR Talk · Apr 3, 2025 · 1h 46m

1. PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder)

Rooted in Trauma

Caused by experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event (combat, abuse, accidents, etc.)

Symptoms: Flashbacks, nightmares, hypervigilance, emotional numbness, irritability

Misunderstood as being dramatic when in fact it's a survival response gone into overdrive

Often hidden due to stigma, many with PTSD don’t talk about it until it explodes..

Silent Drowning

Not always linked to trauma—can stem from chemical imbalances, chronic stress, or unknown causes

Symptoms: Hopelessness, fatigue, lack of interest, sleep/appetite changes, suicidal…