Major John Donovan (Ret.) welcomes clinical psychologist Dr. Michael Zhang to discuss digital behavioral addictions, including gambling, pornography, and gaming and their growing impact on veterans, service members, and families. Dr. Zhang breaks down the psychology behind these addictions, why they’re so hard to escape, and how technology has accelerated the crisis.

The conversation explores the rise of online gambling, cross-addiction patterns, and the lack of real-time recovery support. Dr. Zhang also shares practical tools, resources, and hope for recovery, reminding listeners they are not alone and change is possible.

Guest: Dr. Michael Zang, Clinical Psychologist and Co-Founder of Incumental

Resources: incumental.com | Gamblers Anonymous | Sex Addicts Anonymous

Recovery is possible. Support is available. You don’t have to fight this alone.

Major John Donovan sits down with Major General (Ret.) Maureen Banavige for a heartfelt conversation on military service, leadership, loss, and recovery. Together, they explore what “recovery” means in the context of veterans’ lives—from substance use and mental health challenges to finding purpose after trauma.

This episode is a testament to the power of empathy, resilience, and connection. Whether through leadership, recovery, or healing from loss, Banavige reminds us that service extends far beyond the uniform—it’s about caring for one another as humans.

🔗 Resources Mentioned

• Bravo Zulu House: https://bravozuluhouse.org
• Supporting veterans in recovery and mental wellness.
• Veterans Crisis Line: Dial 988 then press 1 for 24/7 support.

In this episode of Veterans 4 Recovery, host Retired Major John Donovan sits down with Cara, a flight attendant and person in long-term recovery. Together, they explore Cara’s courageous journey of overcoming addiction and navigating sobriety while working in the demanding airline industry.

Through open conversation, Cara reflects on her early recovery experiences, the influence of family and loss, and the support systems that have sustained her along the way. She shares insights on how peer mentorship, recovery capital, and programs like the Flight Attendant Drug and Alcohol Program (FADAP) have been instrumental in her success.

Listeners will find parallels between recovery in the military and civilian worlds—especially when it comes to resilience, structure, and mutual support.

Resources Mentioned

• Flight Attendant Drug and Alcohol Program (FADAP)
• 12-Step meetings and online recovery resources

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