In this powerful episode of Behind the Badge, Dr. Nikki Jamieson shares the heartbreaking loss of her son, Daniel, a young soldier who died by suicide in 2014. What followed was Nikki’s own mental health crisis—and her decision to transform unimaginable grief into purpose.
Now a leading expert in moral injury and suicide prevention, Nikki unpacks the difference between PTSD and moral injury, why organisational betrayal cuts so deep, and how real healing begins with being human—not perfect. Whether you’re in service, leadership, or just someone who cares, this conversation will shift the way you think about support, identity, and what it means to truly show up.
You can find Nikki's books here:
Amazon.com.au: Nikki Jamieson: books, biography, latest update
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