Army Veteran Exposes How Afghanistan Deployment Led to a Life of Addiction & Struggle | Jonathan Bittner
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Jonathan Bittner, Army Veteran, explains how his deployment to Afghanistan led to addiction. He shares his experience in combat, the impact of war, and how PTSD influenced his substance use. Jonathan discusses the challenges of returning to civilian life and his path to recovery. He talks about the struggles veterans face and the process of healing after service.
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Timestamps:
00:00:00 Introduction and Family Background
00:04:15 Choosing a Military Path Over College
00:08:38 Joining the National Guard: Training and Stationing Experiences
00:13:08 Switching Military Deployment Orders
00:17:56 Traveling and Experiencing Afghanistan
00:22:28 First Encounter with Combat
00:27:10 Adjusting to Life After Deployment: Mental Health Struggles
00:31:25 Coping with Guilt and Alcohol Dependency
00:36:05 Emergency Hospital Visit and Substance Use
00:40:43 Trauma as a Gateway to Addiction
00:45:18 Navigating the PTSD Program Transition
00:49:48 Understanding Addiction
00:54:14 Coping with Trauma and Tragic Events
00:58:42 Navigating PTSD Treatment and Medication Challenges
01:03:18 Founding the Honor and Courage Foundation
01:08:28 Overcoming Panic Attacks and Achieving Academic Success
01:12:31 Unnoticed Veterans and Redemption Stories
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