003 | Dr. Chris Frueh on Operator Syndrome

Dr. Frueh, a psychologist, discusses his work with military populations, particularly focusing on "Operator Syndrome," a term he coined to describe the unique challenges special operations personnel face. He highlights common symptoms like traumatic brain injury, sleep disturbances, hormonal dysregulation, and cognitive impairments. Dr. Frueh emphasizes the need for a holistic approach to treatment, including lifestyle adaptations and medical interventions like stellate ganglion block therapy and ketamine infusions. He also stressed the importance of collaboration among foundations and the need for better support systems for operators and their families.To learn more about our mission and support these elite citizen
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