In order to raise awareness of mental health issues and how it affects our society, a new initiative called National Mental Health Month is being launched this October. The campaign is the result of a partnership between government agencies, health services and advocacy groups, and includes education programs and community drives.
To coincide with the launch, Our Daily Bread Ministries would like to share some resources on aspects of mental health, as well as general life struggles. We hope they will be helpful to you.
How should a Christian respond to Anxiety and Depression? Our friends at YMI have produced a special podcast with RZIM apologist Max Jeganathan to talk about some of the common questions Christians may have.
Listen to How Should a Christian Respond to Anxiety and Depression?
YMI put together a list of related articles on Anxiety and Depression. They can be found under the Podcast.
Depression is one of the most prevalent mental illnesses faced by Australians. This Discovery Series title looks at the nature of depression, its setup, the process of giving up, the reasons we give up, and the process of recovery.
Suicide is the leading cause of death of Australians aged between 15-44, and the statistics are heavily made up of men. But what should you do if someone tells you they are contemplating ending their life? This Discovery Series title looks at how to help someone at risk.
There can be times when we feel utterly powerless in our circumstances. Our bodies fail, emotionally we become more fragile, and we are burdened by stress and anxiety all too often. The common perception is that weakness equals a lack of power, but for the Christian, our weakness is an opportunity to experience God’s power.
Read The Strength of Weakness: God’s Power Where We Least Expect It
Weight problems and body image can be a big cause of anxiety in young people. In Mirror Mirror, one young Australian woman shares her journey from rejection to acceptance, discovering assurance and security in a God who fearfully and wonderfully made her.
