Today marks the beginning of Mental Health Awareness Month, where we aim to raise awareness, fight stigmas, and prioritize the importance of Marines’ emotional, psychological, and social well-being. This month provides an opportunity for the world to focus on supporting those who struggle with their mental health. Marines, remind your brothers and sisters to take action to ensure mental fortitude. If a Marine next to you is struggling, guide them to where they can receive the necessary help. Let

Doctors want to help with mental health—but they need better training. Right now, some programs and conferences are stepping up to teach physicians how to diagnose and treat mental health conditions, but a weekend course isn’t enough. This change has to start in medical schools. Mental and physical health are connected, yet most medical training still prioritizes physical disease over mental well-being. Dr. Robert Smith breaks down why this happens and what needs to change in my latest podcast e