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Theater of War - Battling PTSD with Sophocles

Offered By: The Aspen Institute via YouTube

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Mental Health Courses Resilience Courses PTSD Courses

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Explore a powerful discussion on using ancient Greek theater to address modern-day PTSD in veterans. Witness performances from acclaimed actors and gain insights from Theater of War founder Bryan Doerries as he explains how Sophocles' classics Philoctetes and Ajax are used to destigmatize psychological injuries, raise awareness about post-deployment mental health issues, and foster resilience among military personnel and their families. Discover the impact of this innovative approach that has reached thousands of veterans on bases worldwide, and learn about Doerries' memoir detailing his experiences in this unique field.

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Theater of War: Battling PTSD with Sophocles


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The Aspen Institute

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