Dying from Despair? Seriously?
Yesterday I learned that a high school teacher died from suicide. There have now been…
When Children Can Refuse (or Get) Treatment
I worked in WA state for 15 yrs. It was very difficult to get kids…
Michael Phelps and Depression
In lieu of a personal reflection I thought I’d post an interview with Michael Phelps,…
Holiness and Mental Conditions
“Holiness is not perfection according to human criteria; it is not reserved for a small…
STIGMA kills! Parishes Can Do Something.
STIGMA kills. Church communities can do something about it. Let me add: adding “mental illness”…
Tragedy and Our Trip to Emmaus
Have you ever had a deeply profound experience that no words capture? You try to…
Depression and Dementia
The brain research of the Amen Clinics are interesting. Here is a study relating to…
Depression and Brain Inflammation
Keep in mind that depression treatment is not necessarily medication unless the depression is severe…
Need for Family Support & Noticing that Support
This weekly post is less spiritual than most but hopefully will provide information and ideas…
A Way Out of Brooding
The recollection of an injury… adds to our anger, nurtures our sins and hates what…