Help! I’m Depressed and Working in the Church.
Depressions has come to the church and must be addressed.
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Learn MoreDepressions has come to the church and must be addressed.
What is depression? It is a chronic DSM-V defined mental illness. Depression can come in many disguises. (Hypothyroidism, MS, Cancer, etc.)
I could tell you that you won’t experience any emotional pain in this season but that would not be the total truth.
Some Pastors can treat Depression but they need specialized training.
PTSD with chronic flashbacks and nightmares is a very disabling medical problem experienced by many people.
Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in America.Approximately 50,000 Americans die per year from suicide.Suicide is more common among black males 25-30.Rates for Black Males between 15-34 is higher than it has been in the last 50 years.