Operator Syndrome Foundation, Inc.
@OSFoundationInc
Supporting veterans through educational and medical resources.
Through The Operator Syndrome Foundation, you have the opportunity to get involved first hand through the “sponsor a veteran” program. You can donate & contribute to helping the heroes to heal, find peace, restore their health and live their lives.
Coming Soon… 🐸 Confidence isn’t given. It’s forged. Join David Rutherford in his upcoming course: Forging Self-Confidence — a strategic, results-driven approach to developing authentic self-belief. Coming soon. Be ready. #Froglogic #ForgingSelfConfidence #DavidRutherford
WHY is operator syndrome not easily diagnosed? Because of the medical system. Our medical system has failed our operators, and it’s time for something to be done about it.
“Diagnosis of mental health disorders among active-duty service members increased by nearly 40% over the last five years.”- Military Times
What would you say to an operator silently struggling right now? Drop it in the comments. Someone out there needs your words. 💪👇
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For too many warriors, the battle doesn’t end when the uniform comes off. It just looks different. But here’s what we want you to know: ➡️ There is a way forward. ➡️ There are treatments that work. ➡️ You are not alone in this fight.
Symptom Spotlight: Sleep Apnea Sleep Apnea is a serious condition where breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep. Sleep apnea is alarmingly common in veterans and SOF operators, often masked by fatigue, mood swings, and worsening mental health. #mentalhealthmatters
“Everyone who served deserves effective care for their injuries and impairments. But …. the DHA and VA address only parts of the puzzle. SOF healthcare demands a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach—delivered with deep understanding of SOF culture.” - Dr. Chris Frueh
One breath. One step. One rep at a time. #OperatorSyndrome
PTSD is one part of the puzzle. Operator Syndrome includes: •TBI •Hormone crashes •Sleep apnea •Chronic stress •Relationship strain This is bigger than one diagnosis.
Check out ‘part four’ of this four part article series published by our Clinical Director, Dr. Christopher Frueh on Operator Syndrome. havokjournal.com/culture/milita…
Today, on National PTS Awareness Day, we stand with every operator, veteran and warfighter navigating the invisible wounds of service. #OSF #Operatorsyndrome #PTSAware
Check out our Instagram @OSFoundationinc for more information and resources 💪💪💪
UPDATE: We have BRAND NEW curriculum coming out 💪🐸
Hear from our clinical director, Dr. Chris Frueh: Operator Syndrome encompasses a constellation of different medical issues and due to the fragmentation of the medical system, operators have a hard time seeking a proper diagnosis and treatment.
INTRODUCING: Our curriculum— “Embrace Fear” 💪🐸 What you’ll get: - A battle-tested mindset system - 5 transformative missions - Real-world tools, videos and exercises LINK IN BIO 🔗 #OSF #operatorsyndrome #SOF #veteranawareness #specialop #specialoperationforces #froglogic
