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Hello there! I write about mental health, psychology, and communications in the security field.

Whether it's an expert interview or perspectives from my own career, I aim to take a multidisciplinary approach to everything I explore.

About me: I'm a dual American-Israeli citizen who served in the Israeli military and currently works in the U.S. defense sector in the Washington, D.C. area.

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An Unusual Discussion on America, Israel, & the Judaic Values We Share

Jessica Lauren Walton

May 19
2 min

Interview Corner

An Unusual Discussion on America, Israel, & the Judaic Values We Share

Michael Whidden of American Tributaries and I discuss Judeo-Christian values, the effects of war, and community unity.

The Mental Health Reality Behind the Badge

Jessica Lauren Walton

Apr 24
1 min

Interview Corner

The Mental Health Reality Behind the Badge

A senior police officer talks about personal challenges following a shooting incident and the mental health revolution among the forces.

Healing the Hero, Challenging the Status Quo

Jessica Lauren Walton

Apr 17
1 min

Interview Corner

Healing the Hero, Challenging the Status Quo

Two U.S. military veterans are on a mission to heal fellow vets and first responders with cutting edge PTSD treatments.

Confronting the Stigma of Mental Illness

Jessica Lauren Walton

Mar 14
13 min

Interview Corner

Confronting the Stigma of Mental Illness

Instead of inviting harsh stigma, discussions around mental health in the security field should be a given.

On a Mission to Protect Police Mental Health

Jessica Lauren Walton

Feb 16
11 min

Interview Corner

On a Mission to Protect Police Mental Health

With more officers dying from suicide than in the line of duty each year, we can't ignore the dire need for mental health support.

The Unseen Obstacles of Military Recruitment

Jessica Lauren Walton

Feb 13
11 min

Interview Corner

The Unseen Obstacles of Military Recruitment

The Center for a New American Security (CNAS) explores the communications & mental health issues behind military recruitment.

Jessica Lauren Walton

Jan 25
11 min

Interview Corner

The Soldier Who Spoke Out

Breaking the stigma around mental health in the military will require leadership speaking out and setting the right example.

A Message for Gen Z on Dealing With Uncertainty

Jessica Lauren Walton

Jan 16
6 min

Memoir

A Message for Gen Z on Dealing With Uncertainty

Chaos is a natural part of life. We owe it to ourselves to create a game plan for managing it properly.

A Soldier-Turned-Therapist Stops PTSD in Its Tracks

Jessica Lauren Walton

Jan 9
11 min

Interview Corner

A Soldier-Turned-Therapist Stops PTSD in Its Tracks

As a security community, we must learn how to stay ahead of the curve when it comes to treating PTSD.

PTSD911: Saving America’s First Responders

Jessica Lauren Walton

Dec 26, 2022
9 min

Interview Corner

PTSD911: Saving America’s First Responders

The people who dedicate their lives to save others deserve to have their lives saved as well.

Jessica Lauren Walton

Dec 13, 2022
12 min

Interview Corner

The Refugees Among Us Are Just Like Us

Security professionals across the spectrum can benefit from understanding how conflict affects civilians on the ground.

Views on Warrior Culture & Veteran Mental Health

Jessica Lauren Walton

Nov 14, 2022
7 min

Interview Corner

Views on Warrior Culture & Veteran Mental Health

A seasoned military professional's perspective on why veterans may avoid seeking counseling.

Why Storytelling Matters in the Security Community

Jessica Lauren Walton

Nov 8, 2022
2 min

Interview Corner

Why Storytelling Matters in the Security Community

I had a great time being interviewed by the Artistic Fuel Foundation about the special role storytelling plays in the security ecosystem.

Anxiety Getting You Down? Try Israeli Basic Training

Jessica Lauren Walton

Nov 1, 2022
7 min

Memoir

Anxiety Getting You Down? Try Israeli Basic Training

I didn't have time to think during basic training, only to run. It liberated me.

The Lies We Tell Ourselves: A Soldier With PTSD

Jessica Lauren Walton

Oct 18, 2022
6 min

Memoir

The Lies We Tell Ourselves: A Soldier With PTSD

The lie of required perfection plagues many security professionals. For some, it will break them.

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