Navigating PTSD and Addiction in Military Marriages...

In this episode of "The Mission for Healing," host Trish Turnage invites her close friend, Samantha, to discuss the intricate challenges and revelations involved in being married to a veteran with PTSD. Bridging their shared understanding as military spouses, Trish and Samantha delve into poignant conversations about navigating life post-deployment, tackling common stereotypes about veterans, and offering support to their partners. Samantha opens up about meeting John after his military service and learning to manage the complexities of his PTSD, which profoundly impacted their relationship dynamics. Throughout the episode, Samantha provides an insightful glimpse into personal experiences with PTSD triggers, such as loud noises and unexpected shocks that can yank veterans back into past traumas. She further emphasizes the importance of communication and trust-building, detailing how she gradually encouraged John to open up about his military journey and the invisible scars he's carried. By highlighting real-life scenarios, including how her children interacted with John, Samantha underscores the crucial need for family awareness and support systems to manage PTSD effectively. This discussion offers listeners a thorough understanding of the pervasive effects of PTSD on veterans and their families and the critical role love and patience play in healing.

















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Mission For Healing Podcast is a heartfelt platform created by Trish and Pat Turnage, founders of the Mission For Healing Foundation. Its core mission is to honor and support veterans transitioning from military service to civilian life—focusing on healing through storytelling, service, and community connection.
Here’s what the podcast stands for:
Amplifying Veteran Voices: Each episode shares personal stories of resilience, trauma, and triumph, helping veterans feel seen and heard.
Fostering Community: It emphasizes the importance of camaraderie and emotional support, especially through mission trips and service opportunities.
Promoting Healing: Whether through fundraising, outreach, or simply offering a space to talk, the podcast is a tool for emotional recovery and reconnection.
Inclusive Impact: It invites not just veterans but also families, caregivers, and allies to participate in the healing journey.
The Turnages bring their lived experience—Pat’s multiple deployments and Trish’s advocacy—to create a space where coming home is just the beginning.

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