Sacred Texts of War, a Documentary by Cristina Mendonsa

Sacred Texts of War was produced by Cristina Mendonsa in collaboration with the Center for Post Traumatic Growth (CPTG). It follows six veterans from Vietnam to Afghanistan as they recount their experiences and how they used narrative therapy to overcome "moral injury" which includes depression and suicidal thoughts. . 

The film premieres on PBS on November 6, 2024 at 7 PM. The film will be part of the “Viewfinder” series and will also be available on PBS stations in other markets. 

https://sacredtextsofwar.org/

Listen: Cristina Mendonsa

Lance Corporal Steven Stafford

Sergeant Chuck Smith

Dr. Melinda Keenan, Psychologist and Executive Director of the Center for Post Traumatic Growth meets with a veteran.

Producer Cristina Mendonsa


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