As a kid, Mario knew he wanted to serve his country. Later, he went on to become a gunner's mate in the U.S. Navy. After returning home, he felt like he had lost his identity and sense of purpose, and he began to misuse alcohol in an attempt to cope. After seeking mental health treatment, Mario was diagnosed with depression and PTSD. Watch him share how talk therapy and strengthening family bonds brought him a new sense of purpose: MakeTheConnection.net/stories/987
Kelley and Peter fell in love while serving in the United States Air Force, but the chronic pain they both had after service strained their relationship. Peter followed Kelley's lead in seeking mental health treatment, and both improved their mental and physical health. Watch Kelley and Peter share how mental health support helped their relationship reach new levels: MakeTheConnection.net/stories/895
