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ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease) In the Military Jan 03, 2017

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Linda Kreter and Military Network Radio presents: Mary Hahn Ward, and ALS in the Military. The progressive neuro-degenerative disease is challenging to diagnose, and the course of the disease unique for each patient, but it is always fatal. Mary shares their journey so far and breathes hope and optimism while sharing the benefits veterans can expect, the close ALS community and how strength and grace seem to imbue each of these ALS patients. Justin Constantine joins Linda today.

Solutions Outside the Box Dec 27, 2016

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Linda Kreter and Military Network Radio presents: Thinking Outside the Box for Solutions. We're joined today by veteran Mick Simonelli, an accomplished vetrepreneur and innovator and co-host Justin Constantine. Those in the military are often faced with few resources, big missions, little time - yet they're tasked with creating immediate solutions. Learn how some things you may take for granted were resolved in the field, and how to tap into that creativity. More information at www.micksimonelli.com

Life at Home After Combat Trauma Dec 20, 2016

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Linda Kreter and Military Network Radio presents: Life at Home with PTSD and expert and Army veteran, Harry Croft, MD. Dr. Croft has a remarkable sense of the genuine experience of changes at home following combat and deployment and in candid terms, he shares how to best understand and manage the changes for each member of the household. Though sometimes challenging, knowing more helps put others' perspectives in mind. Pamela Stokes Eggleston joins Linda today.

Shattered Expectations: PTSD and the Warrior After War Dec 13, 2016

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Linda Kreter and Military Network Radio presents: Shattered Expectations: PTSD After Combat with guest Vietnam veteran and author Michael Orban. Even with 40 years separating the Vietnam War from the post-9/11 conflicts, the return home after combat trauma remains the same. Co-host Jason McNamara and Michael Orban talk of the military culture, seeking answers (versus help), and the importance of personal responsibility, learning, and integrity to resolve or accept the trauma experienced. To become a warrior after war is to view the world through a new perspective to find peace, love, and reconnection

Value of Arts Therapy in Healing Dec 06, 2016

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Linda Kreter and Military Network Radio presents the Value of Arts Therapy in Healing. Major "Mack" Macksam (ret), founder of the Veteran Arts Center of Tampa Bay shares the essential components of their comprehensive arts program. This best-practices program shares all expressive mediums, from painting, to photography, dance, poetry, writing, music, and wearable art -- anything that helps personal expression and growth. Studies prove that the expressive arts promote health and wellbeing for vets and their families, supporting PTSD/TBI/Behavioral Health, including depression treatments. Tosombra Kimes joins Linda today.

The Uphill Climb: Veteran Caregivers Nov 29, 2016

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Linda Kreter and Military Network Radio presents: The Uphill Climb: Veteran Caregivers. Caregiver, author, advocate Torrey Shannon shares her story today from the beginning days at WRAMC to the continuing education, adaptation, and creativity caregiving for her wounded warrior husband. The Caregiver Program is a blessing, yet also benefits from a candid view and regular input from caregivers living 24/7 with wounded, ill, or injured veterans. Caregivers are a vital part of the care team and medical outcomes are improved with communication, consistency, and knowledge by all parties. Guest co-host veteran and advocate Les Davis joins the program today.

Sleep -- More Sleep! Nov 22, 2016

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Linda Kreter and Military Network Radio presents: Sleep! More Sleep! with Yoga2Sleep founder, Pamela Stokes Eggleston. We already know how important sleep is to our health and well-being, but how do you enhance your ability to establish great sleep habits? Those with PTSD and/or TBI struggle further with restorative sleep, and we discuss myriad ideas, tips, and methods to give you the best sleep possible. Tosombra Kimes joins Linda today as co-host.

Insights on Alzheimer's & Dementia Nov 15, 2016

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Linda Kreter and Military Network Radio presents: Insights on Alzheimer's and Dementia with LCSW Suzannah Hemenway. Over 500,000 veterans are diagnosed today with dementia and families have many questions and concerns. It's important to note that younger veterans with TBI are 60% more likely to develop the condition and those with untreated PTSD twice as likely. Great reasons to learn more about communication, therapies, importance of engagement, resources, and most of all hope! Justin Constantine joins Linda today.

Vets & Pets: The Joy and Love of Service Animals Nov 08, 2016

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Linda Kreter and Military Network Radio presents: Vets & Pets, the many stories of the healing value of companion and service animals. Author Dava Guerin and veteran Leslie Nicole Smith (along with the best service dog ever, Isaac) share both the background, diversity, and benefits animals bring to vets and their families. Independence, mobility, unconditional love, intuition, and support gives new hope to those with visible and invisible injuries. Vets & Pets written by Dava Guerin and Kevin Ferris will be released in Sept 2017. Tosombra Kimes joins Linda today.

El Brown & Mama Bear: Love, Blessings, Success Nov 01, 2016

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Linda Kreter and Military Network Radio presents: El Brown, author of Mama Bear, a story of autism success. El Brown, full-time doctoral student, entrepreneur and CEO of Kinderjam, and author of the new book Mama Bear shares her incredible odyssey of her SuperDuperKid and their journey from diagnosis and advocacy, to teaching and training those with diverse learning needs motivates others for parental and educational empowerment. El's story of positive perspective and ceaseless learning with gratitude will lift you up!

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