Wesley Sanders

[Wesley Sanders @WesSandersPHD]

@wwp Gamers, much like veterans, can be great advocates for mental health treatment. Organizations like @wwp and @frostcallgaming offer a supportive gaming space for veterans, while also providing helpful information to encourage veterans to get the care they need. #WWPChat

[Wesley Sanders @WesSandersPHD]

@wwp Check out this article for some things to keep tabs on. Overall, if gaming serves more to avoid what's important than to bring you towards what’s meaningful to you, this can be a sign it is getting in the way of your mental health. #WWPChat #CombatStigma https://t.co/QR37kt8bgf

[Wesley Sanders @WesSandersPHD]

@wwp PTSD is a disorder largely of avoidance, and tabletop games allows us to be fully present when playing. #WWPChat #CombatStigma 2/2

[Wesley Sanders @WesSandersPHD]

@wwp Tabletop gaming lets players assume an identity outside their own. It’s a great way to get out of your head, be a little vulnerable, and enjoy exploring new ideas with friends. #WWPChat #CombatStigma 1/2

[Wesley Sanders @WesSandersPHD]

@wwp At @frostcallgaming we also provide resources and connections for veteran services and mental health information. #WWPChat #CombatStigma 2/2

[Wesley Sanders @WesSandersPHD]

@wwp Many veterans may be separated many miles from others they served with. Gaming can be a conduit to connection and a great space to advocate for mental health support. #WWPChat 1/2

[Wesley Sanders @WesSandersPHD]

@wwp Gaming is a bonding force at a time when avoidance can be very strong. It's easier to talk about personal challenges when you can switch the subject if things become too difficult to talk about. Plus, games are fun! #WWPChat #CombatStigma

[Wesley Sanders @WesSandersPHD]

@wwp @FrostCallGaming @Dan_Ruppert Hi everyone! In addition to my clinical work, I also support veterans and service members through @FrostCallGaming an organization committed to camaraderie and mental health support through gaming #wwpchat #combatstigma

[Wesley Sanders @WesSandersPHD]

@wwp One of the best ways to get a veteran into care is hearing from another veteran that has already done so. In this way, veterans can be great advocates to #CombatStigma. Check out this article for more info. https://t.co/zW86GNxElt #WWPChat

[Wesley Sanders @WesSandersPHD]

@wwp At @homebaseprogram, veterans can expect a comprehensive PTSD treatment program with group therapy and sessions with an individual therapist. They won’t go through this alone; a cohort of fellow veterans will support one another during the two-week intensive program. #WWPChat

[Wesley Sanders @WesSandersPHD]

@wwp A2: The National Center for PTSD is a great resource and offers a self-screen assessment. Consult with a mental health provider for a diagnostic assessment. https://t.co/csgWj7jhED #WWPChat #CombatStigma

[Wesley Sanders @WesSandersPHD]

@wwp @sheila_rauch @EmoryVeterans @KlassenPhd @Road_Home_Rush @UCLAOpMend Dr. Sanders here. I'm a Clinical Psychologist at the Home Base program and a USMC veteran. Glad to be here in the #WWPChat to help #CombatStigma