George Albert Smith and mental illness

Mormons and Depression

By Jana Riess — April 25, 2013
The 2012 Relief Society/Priesthood manual missed an opportunity to offer comfort and hope to church members who struggle with mental health problems. They and those who love them may be inspired to know how George Albert Smith recovered from this terribly dark place.

Matthew Warren’s Death and the Changing Tide of Mental Health Awareness

By Jana Riess — April 9, 2013
As I've followed the story of Matthew Warren's suicide, I've been bracing myself for evidence of ignorant trolls who blame the Warrens for their son’s death. I haven't seen much of that at all, however. Is our nation's awareness of mental illness finally beginning to change?
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