Posted on Jun 8, 2016
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Too often Soldiers are given the idea that, if they seek help that makes them less of a soldier. I find it reprehensible when soldiers are mistreated, have injuries left un-treated or improperly treated and then they are being pushed out of service at the end of their time broken, shattered and left to fight a very cumbersome VA system. Please read and share your thoughts on the story of this soldier who was in that position. I feel that circumstances like this are very often the reason that the number of Veteran Suicides is as high as it is.
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Had a 1SG once that, unless yo had an arm falling off (and even then it was iffy), sick call was not needed.
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SGT Sara Hendrix
They do the service members, and ultimately the mission, a great disservice by doing that. Had this particular soldier been given the proper treatment for the first broken foot, he may have actually continued on to be a career soldier as he actually loved what he did and he was, incredibly well liked by his unit peers and subordinates. I understand that there ARE those who mis-use the system and "malinger" but it is short sighted for one to assume everyone is indeed doing that!
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SGT Sara Hendrix - It is actually because of him that when my Soldiers tell me they have issues I tell them to see the doctor right away. And I am not an easy going Detachment Sergeant if and when they slack on their Medical Readiness.
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SGT Sara Hendrix
MSG (Join to see) - I ABSOLUTELY salute you for doing right by your soldiers. Too often those who are in a position to "lead" are simply "in charge" and not leading as they should. Thank YOU for doing right by your soldiers.
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Good read for sure. Repetitive Behavior Cellular Regression™ (CR) stops the driving thoughts without counseling, or therapy, or meds and no office visits. Another good read.
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