Military Culture and Veteran Transition with Dr. Carl Castro

Psychotherapy and Applied Psychology: Conversations with research experts about mental health and psychotherapy for those interested in research, practice, and training

Welcome back! In the first episode of 2025, Dan is joined by Dr. Carl Castro, professor and director of the Military and Veteran Programs at the University of Southern California.
Join in on the conversation as Dan and Dr. Castro dive into military culture and the transition from military to academia. Dr. Castro emphasizes the importance of military identity in the transition process and introduces his military transition theory, highlighting the challenges veterans face as well as advice for service members on maintaining their hustle and adapting to civilian life.
Special Guest: Dr. Carl Castro
USC Military & Veteran Programs
Cohen Veterans Network

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1. Introduction and Episode Overview (00:00:00)

2. Why Dr. Castro Joined the Military (00:02:40)

3. Transitioning to Research in the Military (00:11:20)

4. Comparing Military and Academic Cultures (00:16:45)

5. Understanding Military Culture and Identity (00:22:30)

6. The Military Transition Theory Explained (00:27:10)

7. Challenges of Transitioning to Civilian Life (00:33:00)

8. Key Advice for Veterans (00:38:40)