On www.VetsAndBadges.com Dr. Benjamin T. Iobst shares his fight and treatment for PTSD experienced by veterans, First Responders and retirees. Matthew Alan Livelsberger’s Jan 1, 2025, cyber truck explosion in Las Vegas screens of the critical urgency for greater understanding of the struggle with PTSD many active and fellow former service members live with. Witnessing the 9/11 attacks, Benjamin felt a call to action, joining the U.S. Army where he served as a sniper in the “Battle of Ramadi” during Operation Iraqi Freedom. In 2006 Benjamin was awarded the prestigious “Army Commendation Medal with Combat V” (extreme valor in combat. After his military service, he transitioned to policing in Allentown, Pennsylvania.
Following his retirement, Benjamin obtained a PhD in Organizational Psychologist. He now specializes in treating the First Responder and Veteran Community with battling mental health and PTSD.
About www.VetsAndBadges.com Hosts:
Robert Asencio is a retired police Captain, former Florida State Representative, US Army Veteran who served as a member of the Special Operations community with over 34 years of public service experience.
David Magnusson is a retired police Chief and Military Historian who has nearly 40 years of public service experience.
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