Veterans, PTSD & Life After Service | Lt. Col. David Glassman on GrassRoots TruthCast

On this episode of Gene Valentino’s GrassRoots TruthCast, host Gene Valentino welcomes retired U.S. Marine Corps Lieutenant Colonel David Glassman for an important conversation about veterans’ mental health, PTSD, suicide prevention, and the challenges of transitioning from military to civilian life.

David shares insights from his military experience and his work with A Hero USA — America’s Heroes Enjoying Recreation Outdoors, an organization dedicated to supporting veterans, active-duty service members, and first responders through outdoor activities, meaningful relationships, and vocational opportunities.

🎯 In this episode, we discuss:

The impact of PTSD and traumatic brain injuries on veterans.

The challenges veterans face when transitioning to civilian life.

The importance of community, friendship, and relationship-building in recovery.

How outdoor activities like hunting and fishing can help veterans reconnect with others.

Support opportunities through A Hero USA and partner organizations.

The challenges of veteran homelessness, suicide prevention, and military sexual trauma.

Ways to improve transition support for service members leaving the military.

This conversation highlights why supporting those who have served our country requires more than gratitude. It requires understanding, connection, and meaningful action.

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