substance misuse

Substance Abuse Since the Start of COVID

Substance Abuse Since the Start of COVID

You may have heard it said that the pandemic has increased the mental health and suicide risks for people. But the risk of substance misuse and overdose is also trending poorly. Here’s how the Church can help.

Making Churches Safe From Abuse

Making Churches Safe From Abuse

The topic of domestic violence and mental health has come to the forefront for me in the last ten years. Here are two national training and ministry resources for pastors and church leaders to help prevent and address abuse.

Domestic Violence, Mental Health, and the Church

Domestic Violence, Mental Health, and the Church

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Along with the October Domestic Violence Awareness Month, I would love to see Christian pastors and Christian counselors be at the forefront of not only bringing awareness, but also coming up with the solutions to serve domestic violence victims and sexual assault survivors, to end abuse.

Tips for Parents to Talk With Kids About Mental Health

Tips for Parents to Talk With Kids About Mental Health

I believe Christian parents and church leaders have a responsibility to educate youth in many areas of life, not to hide and protect them, but to empower and equip them as they grow. One area where kids need equipping should be mental health. Here are seven tips on how to talk with kids about mental illness.