The openarmscommunications's Podcast

Nathan's PTSD doesn't define him - Open Conversations

Matt is a former member of the Royal Australian Navy. Diagnosed with PTSD, he faced significant mental health challenges on his transition from military to civilian life. Matt now channels his experience into helping others. Please note, the following contains references to suicide. 

Veteran Kristy’s experience an asset in supporting others - Open Conversations

Kristy joined the Navy straight out of school but was medically discharged just two years later with a serious back injury.
Coming from a proud lineage of veterans, transition left her feeling isolated and rudderless. But being able to use her lived experience to support veterans and veteran families has given her newfound meaning.
Open Conversations is a series where veterans and family members of the ADF share stories about accessing mental health support. 

Kyle offers the support that saved him - Open Conversations

Open Conversations is where veterans and family members of the Australian Defence Force share stories about accessing mental health support.
Kyle joined the Army in 2010 and 18 months later deployed to Afghanistan. As a driver, he and his mates faced the constant threat of IEDs. His experiences gave rise to posttraumatic stress (PTS), which manifested itself in dangerous ways.
This piece contains discussions of PTSD and drug use and may distress listeners.

Dannii finds hope in the future - Open Conversations

Open Conversations is where veterans and family members of the Australian Defence Force share stories about accessing mental health support.
Dannii is the daughter of a Vietnam veteran, whose PTSD had a lasting impact on her mental health. It manifested in eating disorders, depression and anxiety, but she credits Open Arms with giving her a new lease on life.
This episode contains discussions of CPTSD, suicide and eating disorder and may distress listeners.

Nathan’s PTSD doesn’t define him - Open Conversations

Open Conversations is where veterans and family members of the Australian Defence Force share stories about accessing mental health support.
Nathan spent 20 years in the Infantry before being medically discharged with post-traumatic stress (PTS) in 2016. Whilst initially resistant to accessing mental health support, he says he wouldn't have survived without it.
The following audio piece contains discussions of PTSD and suicide ideation and may distress listeners.