Overcoming PTSD
Overcoming PTSD
How a career firefighter continues to fight fires after PTSD? - PTSD Book Club: PTSD TV Episode #15
How a career firefighter continues to fight fires after PTSD? - PTSD Book Club: PTSD TV Episode #15
How a career firefighter continues to fight fires after PTSD? - PTSD Book Club: PTSD TV Episode #15
Tuesday 5th February 2019
Firefighter Dr. David Griffin discusses his journey from PTSD to PTG with hosts Kayleen Wright and Brad Schipke, sharing valuable recovery insights.
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But make yourself a plan, set yourself a goal. Always looking at um and appreciating how far you have come, cause it's so easy, even at this point, we're like okay, like we're right here where we are right now and we still want to get to this, this next level.
When you think of firefighters, you might picture bravery and resilience. But what happens when these heroes face their own battles with trauma? In this episode of The Overcoming PTSD Podcast, hosts Kayleen Wright and Brad Schipke sit down with Dr. David Griffin, a career firefighter and author of 'From PTSD to PTG'. Dr. Griffin opens up about his personal journey from grappling with PTSD to achieving post-traumatic growth (PTG).
He shares practical advice on developing a plan for growth, the critical role of spousal support, and how finding a mission can lead to a more resilient life. This episode is packed with valuable insights for anyone dealing with trauma, especially those in high-stress professions like firefighting, police work, and military service. Whether you're seeking strategies for recovery or looking to support a loved one, Dr. Griffin's story offers hope and actionable steps toward healing.