When Mental Illness Hits Home

We must be more intentional with mental health awareness and giving space for us all to recognize and act in love when struggles occur.

A network of Christian Mental Health peer support groups for those who have mental illnesses & their loved ones

God does help with anxiety, depression, and any mental health challenge. We're innovating mental health for the church / Body of Christ for greater well-being.

This book is for anyone who thought they were good friends with someone, only to be yelled at unexpectedly, for anyone who has a coworker who twists others' words, or for anyone who has a spouse who is violent and accusatory. Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a mental illness that can make loved ones feel as if it is their fault.

NAMI is the National Alliance on Mental Illness, the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness.

What to do now that your loved one has been diagnosed with a mental illness.

Developing a holistic mental health care plan for your loved one.

Navigating destructive behavior and legal issues with a mentally ill loved one.

A Christ-centered organization dedicated to helping people affected by mental health struggles find support and belonging in their local faith communities. We do this by equipping churches and ministries to host peer-led support groups, because we believe all people can find hope and healing in the midst of mental and emotional health struggles.

What are the symptoms of schizophrenia? My teenage daughter's behavior has become strangely erratic. I'm scared because schizophrenia runs in my family. Is it possible I'm doing something to make the situation worse?

Transforming the understanding and treatment of mental illnesses.

SAMHSA’s confidential and anonymous resource for persons seeking treatment for mental and substance use disorders in United States and its territories. Find treatment for substance use disorders (e.g., opioid use disorder, alcohol use disorder), and mental disorders (e.g., PTSD, depression, SMI).

The mission of AACAP is to promote the healthy development of children, adolescents, and families through advocacy, education, and research, and to meet the professional needs of child and adolescent psychiatrists throughout their careers.

Our guests take a compassionate and knowledgeable approach to the topic of mental illness, discussing its medical, psychological and spiritual aspects as well as the challenges it poses for families. (Part 1 of 2)

Seventeen million people in the United States suffer from clinical depression, and more than fifty million people find themselves in prolonged emotional lows. Now, for every sufferer, there is hope. Not only are effective counseling methods available to treat depression, but also researchers have made great strides in understanding the chemical makeup of the brain. Mood Swings helps readers understand the causes of "bipolar-related disorders"-and find effective ways to treat the problem, recover the joy they've lost, and return to a far more normal, balanced perspective on life.

Matthew Stanford believes if Christians want to help those struggling with mental disorders, they have to understand what they are.

What is bipolar disorder? I'm worried about my son. He's showing symptoms of depression or some other mental illness, but I don't know enough to be sure. If he is bipolar, does he have any hope of leading a normal life?

We all have mood swings. Sometimes on rainy days we may feel gloomy, and on bright cloudless mornings we often wake up with energy and a smile on our face. But if you are struggling with mania, your moods are much more intense—they’re highly exaggerated and unrestrained.

What exactly is a narcissist? I've always assumed this is just a popular way of describing an extremely egotistical person. But lately I've heard the word used as a technical term – as if someone could actually be diagnosed with narcissism. My spouse is very self-centered, and his behavior has hurt our relationship in many ways over the years. I'm wondering if he might be dealing with a serious psychological problem.

Lieryn Barnett shares four important truths that comfort and encourage her as she struggles with the “thorn in her side,” mental illness.

Should we be concerned about our oldest son's abusive behavior towards his siblings and our household pets? We're constantly getting on his case about hitting his younger siblings, and lately he's also been hurting the cat and dog. I used to think he was just aggressive or hyperactive, but now I'm not so sure. Is this behavior pathological?

An unhealthy marriage challenged by mental illness is a result of the disease, not a failed marriage. There is hope for restoration

What should I do about my husband's refusal to get professional help with his bi-polar disorder? I want our marriage to work, but the strain on our relationship is becoming too much to bear. Do you have any advice for me?

Why has the church struggled in ministering to those with mental illnesses? As both a church leader and a professor of psychology and behavioral sciences, Matthew S. Stanford has written this thoroughly revised and updated resource to educate Christians ...

Recent years have brought a dramatic increase in suicide and drug and alcohol addiction, and younger generations, in particular, are feeling the devastating impact. Join Dr. Ryan Burkhart, acclaimed speaker and Dean of the School of Counseling at Colorado Christian University, as he outlines the challenges and opportunities facing families, churches, and communities in this new reality.