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Justyn Backhouse discusses his experiences with PTSD during his police career and the importance of mental health support.

WARNING - THIS EPISODE DISCUSSES SUICIDE Justyn loved the majority of his 25yr NSW Police career but there were some incidents which had a marked effect on him & which resulted in him being diagnosed with PTSD. Justyn wasn't sure what was wrong but felt something was - his panic attacks became more prevalent & he began to dread what job or scene might come up next. He knew by discussing his fears he'd more than likely be 'grounded' from the Airwing but in the end he realised he was not only putting himself in danger, but his colleagues also. Justyn isn't sure what the future holds but there's a silver lining in his story & that's with the valuable time he's now having with his family & enjoying being a stay-at-home-father. 'Hidden Scars' - available through Justyn's website: author@justynbackhouse.com Support Services include ; BeyondBlue: 1300 224 636 Lifeline: 131 114 Suicide Call Back Service: 1300 659 467 The Crisis Assessment & Treatment Team 1800 022 222 Mens HelpLine 1300 78 99 78 Phoenix Australia (assists in Posttraumatic Mental Health) 1800 329 191 emergeandsee.org.au (NSW support service for all emergency service workers & volunteers throughout…

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