Veteran Voices: Shaun Reightler's Fight Against Suicide and Addiction
I mean this: this guy is a guy grew up in the military with, and he's one of the one of those guys that's categorizing that. I mean I, I, I mean, I want to say I can't imagine, but unfortunately I can't imagine.
Imagine being in the shoes of a veteran, grappling with sleep deprivation, mental health struggles, and addiction, only to find that the system meant to support you is falling short. In this compelling episode of 'The Situation Report', host Adam Banotai sits down with US Army veteran Shaun Reightler to unpack these pressing issues. Shaun opens up about his personal battles and the heartbreaking reality of watching friends overdose, shedding light on the critical shortcomings of VA care.
Instead of addressing root causes, veterans are often handed pills, leading to tragic outcomes. Shaun’s story underscores the urgent need for peer-to-peer support and systemic change to tackle the veteran suicide epidemic. This episode isn’t just a discussion; it’s a call to action. Tune in to hear a raw, heartfelt conversation that highlights the struggles many veterans face and the collective responsibility we have to support them.