The Science of Stress Management

In this episode, our host and guest touch on topics like PTSD, sexual assault, and other topics that may be triggering to some listeners.  This week, we chat with Dr. Dust, a combat veteran of the Iraq war who returned home with PTSD. His quest to understand his PTSD symptoms led him to complete a Ph.D. in Health Promotion Sciences with a concentration in Neurocognitive Sciences. His research focuses on the potential for primary prevention of traumatic stress-related disorders and how to moderate the symptoms of chronic stress and traumatic stress. Check out this episode for resources that could help you manage acute and chronic stress.