Marines TV

U.S. Marines and Sailors from 2d Marine Division reflect on their experiences and provide encouragement for using resources and getting support for suicide and mental health issues. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Staff Sgt. Akeel Austin)

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Brye French, the Weapons Co. Commander for Battalion Landing Team 2/5, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, conducts a 38-minute workout aboard the Amphibious Assault Ship USS Tripoli (LHA-7), in the Philippine Sea. The workout commemorated the passing of Capt. Matt Brewer, who, unfortunately, took his own life. Capt. French is a native of Millbrook, Alabama. The 31st MEU is operating aboard ships of the Tripoli Amphibious Ready Group in the 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Christopher R. Lape)

September is National Suicide Prevention Month. This year's theme Connect to Protect: Support is Within Reach, highlights the importance of connecting with fellow Marines, leaders, family, friends, and community to available resources on suicide prevention. (U.S. Marine Corps Video by Cpl. Karen Amaro)

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) affects many service members and it is important to spread awareness as well as provide recent treatments and resources regarding it. PTSD is an anxiety disorder that can develop in individuals that have seen or lived through an event or threat of serious harm or death. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Joel Castaneda)