Personal Stories

It’s not always obvious when someone is experiencing depression or thinking about suicide. In this video, learn how you can identify signs of distress and take action by starting the conversation about getting help.

Recognizing internal threats is just as important as recognizing external threats. This video introduces how you can identify signs of distress and take action.

Talking to someone about getting help can be difficult. This video introduces some tips to help you start the conversation.

Air National Guard Capt. Casey Ross spent years reliving memories of childhood trauma and delayed seeking treatment due to concerns that it would impact her career.

Hear the powerful story of how Capt. Ross overcame the stigma and fear associated with psychological health treatment and turned a traumatic childhood into an opportunity to grow personally, and as a leader in her unit and the broader military community.

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After spending years reliving memories of childhood trauma, Air National Guard Capt. Casey Ross realized seeking psychological health care was the only way she’d be able to move forward. Hear why she took this critical first step to improve her career and personal well-being.

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After realizing she needed treatment, Air National Guard Capt. Casey Ross felt ashamed and thought she needed to hide it from her command and feared she would lose her flight status. Hear how Capt. Ross overcame the barriers and stigma around seeking care, and how her command and military family fully supported her decision to seek care.

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