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Silent Screams: Part One Audible Audiobook – Unabridged

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Saving the world takes the bravery of gods. The world loves heroes but misses acknowledging these officers who don't wear capes. Protecting and preserving the values of society is a burden, of which the enforcers are not rewarded enough. However, with lucid and compelling real-life stories, The Silent Screams takes you through a journey of the reality of military, para-military, law enforcement service personnel and how they cope.

Sometimes, veterans have to live and relive their old lives in their new realities away from the field. For many, they remain haunted by the trauma of the hazards they escape daily. Those deserving of reintegration are the ones who struggle to find therapy outside of their work, the ones who try so hard to flow seamlessly between work life and their home.

This book aims at helping to understand the effect of PTSD on loved ones who face the terrors of the field daily, and lends insight into some practical ways to manage it.

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  1. Listening Length
    4 hours and 18 minutes
  2. Author
    Matthew Marin
  3. Narrator
    Bill Shanks
  4. Audible release date
    February 7, 2023
  5. Language
    English
  6. Publisher
    Oppurtune Independent Publishing
  7. ASIN
    B0BV198ST1
  8. Version
    Unabridged
  9. Program Type
    Audiobook
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Listening Length 4 hours and 18 minutes
Author Matthew Marin
Narrator Bill Shanks
Whispersync for Voice Ready
Audible.com Release Date February 07, 2023
Publisher Oppurtune Independent Publishing
Program Type Audiobook
Version Unabridged
Language English
ASIN B0BV198ST1
Best Sellers Rank #381,976 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals)
#7,131 in Psychological Thrillers (Audible Books & Originals)
#28,797 in Psychological Thrillers (Books)

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4.6 out of 5 stars
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Definitely a page turner. I can’t wait for part 2
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Definitely a page turner. I can’t wait for part 2
Silent Screams was an emotional book for me to read but I would absolutely recommend it to a friend or colleague. It showcases the ups and downs and the bravery of law enforcement and veterans and gives us a behind the scenes look at what they go through. As a combat veteran myself I have suffered with PTSD for a long time and still have not fully acknowledged or coped with it. Matt provides excellent advice and resources that I know is trustworthy because he has lived it. Reading through the warnings of PTSD and how to help left me crying and barely able to read it but in a positive way. It’s time to take action and this book has helped. Thank you.
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Adalberto Garcia
5.0 out of 5 stars I highly recommend this book!!
Reviewed in the United States on May 23, 2021
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"Silent Screams" is a compelling book that accurately depicts what most uniform officers encounter daily in crime-ridden areas such as Houston. Matthew Marin meticulously describes every incident narrated in his book. He illustrates the complications that some police officers and first responders can experience after a traumatic event. He provides insight to look for when a loved one might need help. Matthew has done a fantastic job writing this book. I know it will help many people who are or have love ones suffering from PSTD. I highly recommend this book. Retired Police Officer
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karmai alexander
5.0 out of 5 stars PTSD in the First Responder Community is Real
Reviewed in the United States on March 25, 2021
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The Birdwell Foundation for PTSD is unique with multiple chapters in each of twelve states and an ever-growing national nonprofit organization.  We currently have ……. Staff and ……….volunteers.  The organization is a rapid personal response group of networked peers “Military and First Responders” that provide one-on-one services, referrals, and interventions, that have proven to transform, restore and save lives. We, at The Birdwell Foundation, feel strongly that it takes a community of dedicated professionals to come together for individual support that meets the needs of all suffering from PTSD.
A close personal connection with someone who understands and has been there can provide the last lifeline. Birdwell operates through Veterans and First Responders who have found their way out of the darkness, broken free from the bondage of PTSD, and are now boots-on-the-ground assisting fellow brothers and sisters through life issues caused by PTSD. 
The problem is more pervasive than most people realize. PTSD is the deadliest wound of war. It is the root cause of most Veteran suicides. Direct intervention is needed to stem the alarming tide of a reported 22 Veteran suicides daily. Since only 22 of 50 states report, by extension the actual number could even be as high as 50 daily.
While the Vietnam Memorial Wall lists 58,195 names, there have been more than 210,000 Vietnam Veteran suicides reported. Of these, an estimated 90% to 95% are from PTSD. In Iraq and Afghanistan, too, the suicide rate has exceeded casualties from fighting.
                      
In 2020, a CDC survey 40% of first responders reported struggling with mental health and/or substance abuse issues because of the extreme COVID-19 stay-at-home and social-distancing orders. And for those already suffering from PTSD symptoms, the block to vital social connectedness can be the final deadly straw.
The depth of despondency often goes even further. The military attracts many who have suffered Adverse Childhood Experiences. ACEs leave a deep, often buried, emotional wound that can burst open explosively when compounded with the effects of combat trauma, repeated gruesome exposure to tragedies, and now unbearable isolation.
Suicide is especially pandemic among Veterans over 55 who take that final desperate step at a far higher rate even than those returning from active duty in Iraq and Afghanistan. And it’s not only combat Vets who suffer and may commit suicide, but many who served in other branches as well. Even stateside, including men and women suffering from military sexual trauma (MST).

First Responder PTSD suicides are also alarming at 10% higher than the general population. A 2015 national survey of 4,022 firefighters, police officers, EMS and emergency room workers found over 6% of those surveyed has attempted to take their lives.

There are no statistics for casualty rates among overwhelmed, depressed, confused and grieved spouses and children. But for every Veteran or First Responder who suffers from PTSD, a minimum of five family members are affected.

If the PTSD goes untreated, those close to the sufferer are highly likely to be diagnosed with secondary PTSD from the enormous responsibilities and helplessness a caregiver feels . . . or at times direct trauma from physical and mental abuse.
The children are often forgotten in these scenarios. They cannot make sense of this nightmare. Birdwell has mentors who provide love and support for children lost in confusion, pain and ACEs from what their parents are going through. They work to restore the children’s joy, lives, and family and to prevent them from becoming future casualties of depression, PTSD, even death.
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Robert Vincent
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
Reviewed in the United States on December 18, 2020
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I would like to start by saying that I am not someone that reads books but I couldn't put it down and completed the book in just a few hours. This is definitely a good read for those that in the military, law enforcement, or are family and friends of someone serving. It provides real life encounters that any service member can relate to and provides those that do not serve an insight into what members of the military and law enforcement community face on a daily basis. Then the book transitions and shows you how to identify signs/symtoms of PTSD in yourself or others and how to cope or assist others with the disease. Look forward to reading part 2 when it is released.
4 people found this helpful
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Luis Ramirez
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Read!!!
Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2021
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Great book and it really does give you an insanely good insight into PTSD and what signs loved ones should look for in their veteran, significant other or family member who has experienced traumatic trauma in their lives. I personally know Matthew and could definitely relate to a lot of the things he feels on a daily basis.
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Amanda C.
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read
Reviewed in the United States on June 22, 2021
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Well written. Gives civilians a sense of the trauma, stress our LEO’s face daily. Worth a read, back the blue.
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LeAnn williams
5.0 out of 5 stars Couldn’t put down and really makes you appreciate people that sacrifice themselves for others
Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2020
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Definitely a eye and heart opening book to read. If we could all just be more accepting of people and what they go through maybe that alone could help start healing. Thank you to this author and your brothers and sisters for all you do. 💙🖤💙
2 people found this helpful
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Jessica
5.0 out of 5 stars Very well written
Reviewed in the United States on December 18, 2020
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Wow, I’m speechless. I highly recommend reading this book to gain more of an understanding of signs and symptoms of PTSD, triggers, and recovery.
Very well written
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A poole
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome
Reviewed in the United States on January 7, 2021
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I usually do not read but this book was an awesome read. Wonderful insight to a dark hole
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