depression
Wokeness might set you free. No one said it would make you happy.
By Andre Henry — March 27, 2024
(RNS) — Those who work for social justice aren’t unhappy by nature. They are affected by the problems they’re trying to fix.
United Methodist pastors feel worse and worry more than a decade ago
By Bob Smietana — August 10, 2023
(RNS) — Half have trouble sleeping, a third feel depressed and isolated, half are obese, and three-quarters are worried about money, according to a new study.
Study: US clergy favor medical treatment for depression
By Yonat Shimron — January 12, 2023
(RNS) — The study reports that 90% of clergy respondents said they would encourage someone with depressive symptoms to see a mental health professional.
Clergy of color face unprecedented mental health challenges
By Deepa Bharath and Adelle M. Banks — June 2, 2022
(AP/RNS) — Exhausted faith leaders are left with serious questions about how to care for their own physical and mental well-being while helping congregants in a meaningful way.
The relaxing and tingly world of Christian ASMR
By Jessica Mundie — October 8, 2021
(RNS) — In the expansive world of ASMR, one small group of Christian creators have dedicated themselves to bringing their viewers closer to God through relaxation and brain tingles.
‘Denomination matters’ in Black-focused faith-based health programs, scholars say
By Adelle M. Banks — June 28, 2021
(RNS) — ‘Faith-based health initiatives need to appropriately integrate the faith practices and norms of Black church members with denomination in mind,’ Duke scholars say.
The pandemic at six months: Welcome to the disillusionment phase
By Jamie Aten and Kent Annan — September 14, 2020
(RNS) — Over the last 15 years of studying disasters around the globe, two disaster experts have learned important lessons about navigating the six phases of emotional and spiritual recovery.
Yale’s popular happiness class gains an online following among the socially distanced
By Yonat Shimron — April 27, 2020
(RNS) — More than 2.2 million people have enrolled in the 10-week online class called ‘The Science of Well-Being,’ which explores the things people think will make them happy — and the things that actually bring lasting life satisfaction.
The problem of ‘social distancing’ for women who already do too much
By Jana Riess — March 17, 2020
(RNS) — Women are at risk for depression even in the best of times — and the uncharted territory we’re now entering is not going to be the best of times.
When church hymns don’t grieve with us
By David Taylor — March 11, 2020
(RNS) — It’s hard to find solace in church when the hymns are mostly in major keys. In times of grieving, the Psalms can comfort us in the losses we all experience.
Faith leaders try to combat stigma of mental illness, suicide
By Heather Morrison — January 6, 2020
(RNS) — Historically, faith traditions have been reluctant to talk about mental health and categorized suicide as a sin, often leaving survivors and family feeling neglected and hurt. That's starting to change.
Pope Francis urges Japanese to address suicide, depression in Tokyo speech
By Claire Giangravé — November 23, 2019
TOKYO (RNS) — Francis also urged the country's bishops to cater to young people in particular, as they are the most prone to suicide and “thirsting for compassion."
Harvest Pastor Greg Laurie urges compassion after Jarrid Wilson’s suicide
By Alejandra Molina — September 12, 2019
RIVERSIDE (RNS) — Two days after Jarrid Wilson's suicide, Pastor Greg Laurie stressed the importance of seeking help when feeling depressed or experiencing suicidal thoughts.
Pastor, author and mental health advocate Jarrid Wilson dies by suicide
By Alejandra Molina, Emily McFarlan Miller, and Roxanne Stone — September 10, 2019
(RNS) — News of Wilson’s passing followed a series of tweets he posted throughout the day Monday that dealt with suicide, including a post encouraging followers to remember that even though loving Jesus doesn’t cure mental illnesses, he does offer companionship and comfort.
For anxious young adults, religion can be a wellness tool, says new study
By Emily McFarlan Miller — September 10, 2019
(RNS) — A new study by the Christian research firm Barna Group suggests faith can be an asset when dealing with mental health concerns.
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