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‘Healing a Soldier’s Heart’ Premieres Nationally on PBS.org and Public Television Stations on Veterans Day Weekend 2025

PTSD-suffering Vietnam Vets Face Their Moral Injuries and Find Peace in New Documentary

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Oct. 14, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Seventeen U.S. veterans die by suicide every day, a number largely unchanged for over a decade. Yet today, on the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War, there is a hopeful approach for treating combat-related PTSD, an approach which focuses on the “moral injury” that can often accompany war. Recognized by the VA in 2009, Moral Injury emphasizes the psychological, social and spiritual aspects of war-related trauma. Moral injury is in clear focus in the documentary, “Healing a Soldier’s Heart,” Cultural & Educational Media (CEM Productions), the production company for the film, announced today.

Image caption: ‘Healing a Soldier’s Heart’ Premieres Nationally on PBS.org and Public Television Stations.

“Healing a Soldier’s Heart,” (trailer – https://vimeo.com/1084744286/9c66ecb49b?ts=0&share=copy), follows the courageous, emotionally-charged journey of four PTSD-suffering Vietnam war veterans as they venture back to face their inner demons and ghosts that have been haunting them for decades, under the guidance of psychotherapist and author Edward Tick PhD.

This cinematic, emotionally-gripping film presents a series of trauma-healing practices, including face-to-face meetings with former enemies, authentic apologies and acts of restitution. Tick leads the group on an immersive, therapeutic experience of Vietnamese culture, Buddhist prayer, meditation, compassion and forgiveness.

The emotional support of marital spouses is powerfully evident throughout the film as the four protagonists confront the deep feelings of guilt, shame, and anger that have plagued them for decades.

As Ed Tick tells us about PTSD: “The same suffering goes on consciously or unconsciously. But we have to make the suffering conscious in order to achieve healing.”

The four veterans evolve from terrorized nightmares, drug abuse, domestic violence and thoughts of suicide, to a state of self-realized human beings and spiritual warriors. Their struggles and their paths to healing and transformation will resonate deeply with U.S. combat veterans from the Iraq and Afghan wars, as well as with spouses, families and friends.

“Healing a Soldier’s Heart,” makes its national public television premiere on Veterans Day weekend, premiering November 9, 2025 at 6 p.m. PT / 9 p.m. ET on PBS.org, the PBS App, the project website, https://www.healingsoldiers.org/ and PBS stations. Check local PBS schedules for broadcast times.

Following the premiere, viewers can join a livestreamed webcast featuring a discussion with Dr. Ed Tick, filmmaker Stephen Olsson, U.S. veterans from different wars, spouses, and PTSD/Moral Injury experts.

About Cultural & Educational Media:

Cultural & Educational Media (CEM) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit media organization. Founded by filmmaker Stephen Olsson and Scott Andrews in 1983, CEM has produced national Emmy, Peabody and duPont-Columbia award-winning documentaries and TV series that promote understanding and respect among peoples, cultures and faiths worldwide. Learn more: https://cemproductions.org/.

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Author K.R. Butt Reveals the Impact of PTSD on a Canadian Military Family in ‘Unarmoured: PTSD Affects Us All’

ALYMER, Quebec /ScoopCloud/ -- Fiercely independent author K.R. Butt has unveiled her thought-provoking book, "Unarmoured: PTSD Affects Us All" (ISBN: 978-0228869566; August, 2023). In this compelling work, Butt takes readers on a journey through the life of Norah, a young flight attendant, as she delves into the world of online dating in search of true love and family. Little does she know that her path will intersect with the hidden scars of war and the profound effects of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).

The heart of "Unarmoured" follows Norah's unexpected encounter with Grant, an army officer in the Canadian Armed Forces. Grant's life has been marked by tours in Afghanistan and Bosnia, but the secrets he carries beneath his uniform remain concealed from Norah until it's too late.

This captivating narrative also delves into the poignant issues that have affected Norah and her children, shedding light on systemic problems within the Canadian legal system, the Canadian Armed Forces, and the Quebec government. "Unarmoured" emerges as a profound testimony to a military family's silent suffering as they navigate the far-reaching ripples of PTSD.

Author K.R. Butt, herself a single mother to three teenage daughters and a former Canadian military spouse, brings a unique perspective to the forefront. With a Bachelor of Arts degree from Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador, Butt has dedicated her life to advocacy, including volunteering at her children's elementary school and the Military Family Resource Centre. Now, she has embarked on an active quest for justice, making "Unarmoured" an essential component of her endeavor.

"Unarmoured: PTSD Affects Us All" is a courageous and enlightening exploration of the hidden struggles within Canadian military families. It offers a compelling insight into the profound impact of PTSD and serves as a beacon of hope for those affected.

For more information, please visit https://unarmoured.ca/ and https://krbutt.com/.

BOOK SUMMARY:

Author: K.R. Butt

Email: authorpress@tellwell.ca

Website: unarmoured.ca and krbutt.com

Buy Link: https://a.co/d/8mzBHcb

Genre: Memoir

Released: August 23, 2023

IBSN: 978-0228869566

Fiercely independent author K.R. Butt has unveiled her thought-provoking book, "Unarmoured: PTSD Affects Us All" (ISBN: 978-0228869566; August, 2023). In this compelling work, Butt takes readers on a journey through the life of Norah, a young flight attendant, as she delves into the world of online dating in search

Related link: https://krbutt.com/

BioTE Medical Study Showing Promising Results for Military Veterans Diagnosed with PTSD and TBI

IRVING, Texas, Dec. 30, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A current BioTE(R) Medical Combat Trauma Treatment Study (in conjunction with the Veterans Advocacy Center (VAC)) is showing promising results in helping veterans suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI).

Founder of BioTE(R) Medical, Gary Donovitz, M.D., explains it this way: "Many veterans return from combat with PTSD and TBI. They have hormone imbalances that start in the pituitary gland. We are optimizing their hormones to help relieve their symptoms naturally. We do this by using bioidentical hormones instead of conventional prescription medication. This can improve the quality of their lives."

This study is FREE and available in 40 different states. It is open to veterans who have been discharged, are retired, or are still serving. It includes treatment and lab work (up to $2,000 in value). With such promising results, the program is still looking for qualified participants through the end of 2015.

If you or anyone you know might be interested in this study, please contact Mandy Cotten, DNP, APRN, FNP-C at mandy.cotten@BioTEmedical.com or go to http://www.biotemedical.com/ .

You can also contact Dr. Gary Donovitz online to schedule a speaking appearance or request more information.

Here is what two veterans have to say about their treatment so far: http://www.biotemedical.com/combat-trauma-tbi-and-ptsd-treatment-study.html .

About Dr. Gary Donovitz:

Gary Donovitz MD is the founder of BioTE(R) Medical and a renowned gynecologist in the Arlington, Texas area. Dr. Donovitz is an international instructor of the procedure and long-time proponent of Bio Identical Hormone Therapy (BHRT) who treats both men and women. In 2007, Dr. Donovitz received advanced training in BHRT and has trained more than 1,000 practitioners nationwide. He is Board Certified and is a Fellow in the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. To learn more about Dr. Gary Donovitz, visit his website: http://www.garydonovitzmd.com/ .

VIDEO (YouTube): https://youtu.be/vF7uDVsFIw8 .

Twitter: @BioTEMedical #PTSD #HormoneBalance #BioTE

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