In this episode of the American Grit Podcast, host Tim Jensen is joined by Jessica Lauren Walton, a communications strategist and writer in the U.S. defense sector, to explore the profound psychological impact of war on soldiers, focusing on the concept of moral injury. Jessica, with her background in security intelligence and a passion for mental health advocacy, discusses the origins and growing recognition of moral injury—a term describing the deep distress experienced when actions during war conflict with a soldier's moral beliefs.
The conversation delves into the differences between moral injury and PTSD, the debate on whether moral injury should become a formal diagnosis, and the current treatments being explored to help veterans heal from these invisible wounds. Jessica also shares powerful stories that illustrate the deep emotional and spiritual impact of moral injury, emphasizing the importance of understanding and collective healing.
